Ryan Gallinera

Ryan Gallinera

My career is built at the intersection of structural thinking and visual clarity, and this perspective is the foundation of everything we do here. Glavcot Insights is an independent, reader-supported publication.
Dec 12
Why Ownership Structure Matters More Than Most Investors Realize

Why Ownership Structure Matters More Than Most Investors Realize

This is Part 1 of a two-part series exploring how ownership structure shapes investment outcomes. In this first part, we'll establish the foundational framework—why ownership matters, the spectrum of ownership structures, and three key signals every investor should evaluate.
8 min read
Dec 07
The Hour Glass Limited (AGS.SI): Gatekeepers of Time, How a Family Retailer Built a Luxury Moat Piece by Piece

The Hour Glass Limited (AGS.SI): Gatekeepers of Time, How a Family Retailer Built a Luxury Moat Piece by Piece

A family-owned gatekeeper to the world's most exclusive timepieces across Asia-Pacific — holding authorized dealer relationships with Swiss luxury brands that most retailers can't access...
15 min read
Dec 01
Warren Buffett Doesn't Buy Gold.  Over 10 Years, That Would've Been Wrong

Warren Buffett Doesn't Buy Gold. Over 10 Years, That Would've Been Wrong

Gold outperformed the S&P 500 over the past decade (2016 - 2026). Buffett still wouldn’t buy it—
1 min read
Dec 01
The Ownership Blindspot

The Ownership Blindspot

Years ago, I found stocks that looked perfect on every screener. 12–15 P/E. Decent returns. Stable earnings. But
1 min read
Dec 01
Who’s Rowing The Boat

Who’s Rowing The Boat

When analyzing stocks, most investors check who owns the majority. Few check what those owners are doing with that control.
1 min read