Can Harvard Recapture Its Investment Magic?

The video discusses Harvard's endowment, highlighting its historical success and current challenges. Despite being the largest, its recent performance has lagged behind rivals like Yale and Princeton. Leadership changes, including the resignation of CEO Stephen Blythe, have impacted strategy. The video explores the reasons behind these changes and the future prospects for Harvard's endowment management.

What is the current value of Harvard's endowment assets?

• $40.2 billion

• $50.1 billion

• $36.4 billion

• $25.3 billion

What was one of the strategic changes introduced by Stephen Blythe?

• Creating a hedge fund within the endowment

• Increasing investments in real estate

• Reducing the number of investment managers

• Focusing solely on technology stocks

Why did Stephen Blythe resign from his position?

• He was asked to leave by the board

• He completed his strategic goals

• He was offered a better position elsewhere

• He resigned for personal reasons

Which school has Harvard been trailing in terms of endowment returns?

• MIT

• Stanford

• Columbia

• Yale

What is the main challenge for Harvard in the competitive landscape of Ivy League endowments?

• Over-reliance on alumni donations

• Trailing in returns compared to rivals

• Lack of investment opportunities

• High operational costs