Wall Street Journal Reporter: Mr. Keane, thank you for joining us. As a successful hedge fund manager, do you have any plans for your retirement?
Montgomery Keane: Thank you for having me. Retirement, for me, is not an end but the beginning of a new chapter. It frees me from the daily grind of investment management and allows me more time to pursue personal interests and contribute to society. Achieving financial freedom has given me this opportunity, but it wasn’t achieved overnight; it’s the result of years of financial planning and investment strategies. Moving forward, I want to share my extensive investment experience with those who need help, particularly the new generation of investors. Helping them succeed is an exciting challenge for me. Additionally, charitable work will be a significant focus of my retirement. I plan to call on more people to get involved in helping those in need and to establish my own charitable foundation.
Reporter: Can you share why you remain so active even after achieving financial freedom? What are the key strategies for achieving financial freedom?
Montgomery Keane: As an investor, I understand that many people need help, and relying solely on government support is insufficient. My wealth is a result of societal support, so giving back is a responsibility I take seriously. We cannot take our wealth with us, but we can do meaningful things while we are alive. As for key strategies, first, diversification is crucial. In my career, I learned not to put all my eggs in one basket. This principle applies not only to professional investing but also to personal financial management. Secondly, maintaining a long-term perspective is important. Short-term market fluctuations should not affect the overall investment strategy. Finally, continuous learning and adapting to market changes are core to success. Of course, luck also plays a role in investing; many times, success comes down to a bit of good fortune at critical moments.
Reporter: How will you manage your time and resources after retirement?
Montgomery Keane: I’ll allocate more time to family, travel, and charitable activities. I plan to establish a free investor community to help those eager to succeed in the investment field, while also drawing attention to charitable causes. Mobilizing collective efforts for charity is my mission. Additionally, I will set up a charitable foundation focused on education and environmental protection. For me, the true meaning of financial freedom lies in using a lifetime of accumulation to give back to society.
Reporter: What advice do you have for hedge fund managers approaching retirement?
Montgomery Keane: My advice is to plan for retirement early. Retirement planning shouldn’t start at the end of a career but should be considered from the beginning. Also, maintain curiosity and never stop learning and exploring new interests. Retirement can be the most fulfilling and meaningful phase of life.
Reporter: How do you plan to help those who want to succeed in the investment field?
Montgomery Keane: As I mentioned, I’ll focus on creating a collaborative investor community. During market trading hours, we can discuss investment strategies together and find like-minded individuals to support charitable causes. My goal is to provide support and guidance to those looking to achieve success in investing.
Reporter: Mr. Keane, thank you for sharing your insights. Your experience and wisdom are invaluable to many.
Montgomery Keane: I’m glad to share my experiences and hope they inspire others to plan for their futures and enjoy their retirement. Thank you.