Irving Kahn
Businessman and investment advisor
Born
Died
2015
11 years ago — 110 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Pioneered investment strategies and founded an investment firm. Specialized in value investing and became recognized as a leading authority in the field. Served as a professor and shared insights on investment principles. Involved with various financial education initiatives throughout a lengthy career.
Co-founded Kahn Brothers Group, Inc.
Wrote extensively on investment philosophy
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