Spin-off investing is a strategy that can result in outsized returns, as Joel Greenblatt and Charlie Munger have both noted. But what is a spin-off, and what should you look for when considering one? This video explains the basics of spin-off investing and why it is such a well-kept secret.




Episode Outline


(00:00) Exploring Spin-Offs: A Value Investor's Checklist


(02:03) Discussion on Spinoff Investing Benefits and Considerations


(04:53) Discussion on Spinoffs and Unlocking Value


(06:42) Discussion on Unlocking Value Through Spinoffs: Earnings Volatility and Valuation Considerations


(09:38) "Exploring the Benefits of Spinning Off Asset-Heavy and Asset-Light Businesses"


(15:02) Discussion of Laquinta's Sandbagging of Numbers and its Impact on Performance


(16:51) Analysis of LaQuinta Spinoff: Examining Management and Incentive Structures


(21:46) Understanding Spinoff Investment Opportunities: A Discussion on Timelines and Catalytic Events


(22:52) Discussion on Spinoff Businesses and Unlocking Value


(24:39) Exploring Spinoff Opportunities in the Stock Market




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