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Biotechs: A Short Seller’s Perspective on Shorting (And Buying)

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By Long Short Trader

I avoid shorting biotech stocks. I prefer buying biotech stocks, and have been long several biotech names. Here is the internal debate currently taking place inside me:

(1) Avoid Biotechs -  I have no edge, and can’t possibly develop an edge on single-name biotechs. I am the patsy on the table, in the biotech stock casino. Focus on businesses I can understand, that are in the domain of ‘know-able’.  Even hedge fund operators with relevant M.D. / P.H.D. credentials, relevant industry experience, and scientific knowledge are often humbled by Mr. Market. Also, the last leg of bubbles tend to be the most dangerous one.

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