

TIP680: Investing in Exceptional Businesses for the Long Run w/ Dev Kantesaria
135 snips Dec 6, 2024
In a captivating discussion, Dev Kantesaria, founder and portfolio manager of Valley Forge Capital Management, shares insights from his successful investment approach inspired by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger. He explores the predictability of excellent businesses and why he's steering clear of Big Tech. Dev emphasizes the importance of pricing power and long-term growth strategies, all while maintaining a bullish view on U.S. investments despite market fluctuations. His passion for compounding machines and share repurchases further sheds light on his investment philosophy.
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Market Drivers
- Focus on inflation and interest rate clarity as market drivers.
- Equities become more attractive when interest rates are low, making the current environment favorable.
Investment Approach
- Avoid market timing; focus on choosing the right companies.
- Prioritize great compounding machines over precise valuations.
Investment Philosophy
- Dev Kantesaria's investment approach, inspired by Buffett and Munger, prioritizes quality and predictability.
- He seeks companies with high organic growth and predictability, avoiding big tech due to long-term uncertainty.