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July means one thing for cycling fans — afternoons spent following the Tour de France. This iconic race winds through the heart of France (and occasionally starts beyond its borders), covering 21 stages across flat roads, rolling hills, and the steep, breathtaking climbs of the Alps.
Each stage is unique and suits a different type of rider. The flat stages favour powerful sprinters, while hilly and medium mountain stages are built for riders with explosive energy who can handle undulating terrain. Then there are the true mountain stages, where only the best climbers — the “mountain goats” — shine. Some riders aim for stage wins, often breaking away from the pack early. Others focus on the overall race, staying consistent day after day.
And perhaps the most telling part? A rider can win the entire Tour without ever crossing the line first in a single stage. Because the Tour, like investing, rewards consistency — not short bursts of glory.
Behind each rider is months of preparation. They train at altitude, practise their climbs and sprints, fine-tune their bikes and gear, and work with an entire team of coaches, chefs, psychologists, and strategists. Even their nutrition is carefully planned for peak performance across all 21 gruelling stages.
But things don’t always go as planned. Riders fall, get sick, or simply wake up on the wrong side of the bed. There are good days when the legs feel fresh and the road feels smooth, and tough days when the body just won’t respond. The riders who succeed are those who stay mentally strong, recover quickly, and keep going — even when things aren’t going their way.
That’s exactly how long-term investing works.
Markets, like the Tour, go through flat stretches and steep climbs. Right now, we’re riding through a tough stage — with trade tensions, geopolitical risks, stubborn inflation, and slowing global growth. But just like in cycling, it’s not about winning every day. It’s about managing the rough patches and staying focused on the finish line.
At Mazi Asset Management, we approach investing the same way a Tour de France team approaches the race. We prepare carefully. We follow a disciplined, proven investment process that’s delivered consistent, market-beating returns for nearly two decades. We do the hard work — researching businesses thoroughly and applying a philosophy that has stood the test of time.
We see ourselves as custodians of our clients’ savings — and our mission is to help them reach their long-term financial goals. Just like a great cycling team supports its rider to the Champs-Élysées, we’re here for the long ride — through every climb, every descent, and every breakthrough moment.
