Shreekkanth Viswanathan - A Concentrated, Quality Investor

In this podcast, we interview Shreekkanth Viswanathan, founder and portfolio manager of SVN Capital.

Shree shares his investment journey, from studying in India and moving to the US, to founding SVN Capital in 2018 after extensive experience in portfolio management at various firms.

Shree discusses the importance of making independent investment decisions instead of relying on borrowed conviction and the conversation highlights his investment philosophy, including thoughts on a concentrated portfolio strategy, long-term investment outlook, and focus on quality businesses with strong management.

The episode also delves into specific investments like Dino Polska and Kinsale Capital, offering insights into what makes a business worth investing in.

02:28 The Journey to Founding SVN Capital

07:23 Portfolio Strategy and Concentration

13:43 Investment Philosophy: Fully Invested Approach

18:39 The Importance of Independent Decision Making

24:30 Evaluating Potential Investments

27:12 Defining a Good Business

35:43 Understanding the Outsider's Perspective in Public Investments

37:30 Case Study: Hermes - A Legacy of Culture and Success

40:35 Valuation Work: Balancing History and Future Predictions

44:49 Company Spotlight: Dino Polska - A Unique Grocery Chain

54:09 Company Spotlight: Kinsale - A Unique Player in Insurance

01:05:18 Insights from Successful Investors

To see more of Shree's work, check out: https://www.svncapital.com/