What do billionaires know about investing that the average person doesn’t? In this episode, Paul Shannon sits down with economist, fund manager, and author Bob Fraser, author of Invest Like a Billionaire, to unpack the strategies, asset allocations, and decision-making frameworks of the ultra-wealthy.

Bob explains why billionaires aren’t chasing “hot” trends, they’re looking for asymmetric risk-reward opportunities and sectors that offer long-term compounding. He shares how they think about diversification (and why it’s not about owning a little of everything), why certain private investments are favored over public markets, and how billionaires position themselves to capitalize on economic shifts before they happen.

You’ll hear how Bob applies these principles in real estate, why he’s watching specific macroeconomic signals right now, and the filters investors can use to evaluate opportunities like the ultra-rich — even without a billionaire’s balance sheet.

Key Takeaways:

The mindset differences between billionaires and everyday investors
Why the ultra-wealthy prioritize asymmetric risk-reward setups
How billionaires view diversification vs. “diworsification”
The role of private investments and niche sectors in their portfolios
Economic indicators billionaires watch to stay ahead of market cycles
How to apply billionaire-style investing principles at any scale
Bob Fraser’s current outlook on real estate opportunities

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