What AI investors can learn from the hype cycles of weapons

AI and military

AI may be the defining technology of our time, but history suggests revolutionary technologies often normalise once deployed in the real world. Andrew Macken examines what investors can learn from military technology hype cycles and what it means for AI, enterprise software and durable competitive advantage.

LVMH & the Curious Case of Veblen Goods

Louis Vuitton

Discover how LVMH leverages the Veblen effect to defy traditional economics. Learn why higher prices increase demand for luxury goods and what makes LVMH a compelling long-term investment opportunity.

Why Chris Demasi is calm about his stock bets being dumped

Chris Demasi AFR interview

In an interview with the AFR, Demasi explains why short-term volatility doesn’t derail his investment strategy, emphasizing business fundamentals over stock price fluctuations. Discover why Montaka doubled down on KKR during its sell-off and how patience defines their high-conviction approach.

The biggest surprise in US earnings

US earnings season

Insights from the recent US earnings season, discussing 9 companies that delivered solid results but faced muted stock price reactions. Discover Montaka’s latest addition and investment thesis.