

Words: Harry Shukman
It’s a volatile market for dynasties these days, with all sorts of scandals and mud being slung at well-to-do families. Savvy investors trading on centuries-old one-percenter dynasties will have closed out their positions long ago, noting correctly that the Tenures Abolition Act of 1660 that ended the feudal system would eventually create a bear market for famous clans. Interns and first-year analysts, take note of our primer on dynastic stocks before your manager hits you with a “pls fix” to correct your tanking positions.