Standing against the crowd – the life of a contrarian investor
Being a Contrarian Investor is a lonely and at times painful occupation, but for those who get it right and stay true to the distance, it can be heavily rewarding, says Ricky Kirpalani of First Water Capital Fund (AIF) https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/standing-against-the-crowd-the-life-of-a-contrarian-investor-8435821.html “If you can keep your head when all about youAre losing theirs and blaming it […]
Interview of Ricky Kirpalani by IIFL
Ricky Kirpalani, Lead Sponsor -; Investment Advisor, First Water Capital Fund (AIF) In an interaction with Mamta Maity, indiainfoline.com, Ricky Kirpalani, Lead Sponsor & Investment Advisor, First Water Capital said “until September 2018, I was primarily managing a private pool of capital. But it was always my intention to institutionalise my methodology and develop a […]
The Impact Of Artificial Intelligence On Emerging Markets – Boon Or Curse?
https://www.indiainfoline.com/news/markets/the-impact-of-artificial-intelligence-on-emerging-markets-boon-or-curse Most of us reading this have probably already interacted with some form of Artificial Intelligence (AI) from customer service chat boxes to yelling at Alexa to play the best of Mohammed Rafi. There are several levels of AI, starting with reactive which uses data and algorithms to provide pre-determined solutions as in the case […]
Here is why intrinsic value outweighs extrinsic value in Indian stocks
We firmly believe that understanding the intrinsic value of a stock is very important, primarily for the long-term investor. https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/here-is-why-intrinsic-value-outweighs-extrinsic-value-in-indian-stocks-7815231.html Ricky Kirpalani, Lead Sponsor & Investment Advisor, First Water Capital Fund (AIF) What is intrinsic and extrinsic value and how do they differ? Intrinsic value is what a company is inherently worth and should be […]
Nurturing a concentrated portfolio could be the key to creating alpha
For the seasoned and experienced investor, a concentrated portfolio can give that extra oomph in their search for alpha. https://www.financialexpress.com/market/cafeinvest/nurturing-a-concentrated-portfolio-maybe-the-key-to-creating-alpha/2379925/?utm_source=whatsapp_web&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialsharebuttons By Ricky Kirpalani Every investor has their own investment strategy. These investment strategies can range from a highly diversified portfolio to a more concentrated portfolio, where a larger percentage of investments are directed toward fewer […]
Trends Watch: India Equities
EisnerAmper’s Trends Watch is a weekly entry to our Alternative Investments Intelligence blog, featuring the views and insights of executives from alternative investment firms. https://www.eisneramper.com/insights/blogs/financial-services/chulani-tw-ai-blog-0823/ This week, Elana talks with Arun Chulani, Co-Founder, First Water Capital. What is your outlook for investing in India equities? Given that we are an India-only, long-only public equity fund, […]
4 behavioural biases that negatively impact one’s ability to invest in and how to avoid them
In the current upbeat Indian scenario, maintaining a rational perspective is crucial amidst economic growth and stock market highs. Recognizing and overcoming investment biases is vital to prevent potential setbacks during market downturns. https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/4-behavioural-biases-that-negatively-impact-one-s-ability-to-invest-in-and-how-to-avoid-them-11700109679442.html Once again, India seems to be in a sweet spot. We have just hosted the G-20, the World Cup is in […]
The Art of Skating to Where the Puck is Going to Be
Authored by Arun Chulani, Co-founder of First Water Capital Fund https://www.dsij.in/dsijarticledetail/artmid/10163/articleid/35409/preview/true/the-art-of-skating-is-to-where-the-puck-is-going-to-be Over the last few years, many of us have heard the cries from fellow investors of some of the flavours of the month as though they were supporting football teams. · “My number 1 pick is Tesla, it’s going to take over the EV market” […]
IIFL interviews Ricky Kirpalani of First Water
There is always an excuse to avoid investing. Doubt and uncertainty always seem to be around the corner. It doesn’t help that human nature is hardwired to pay more attention to negative news.
However, even when uncertainty looms large, there is….
The ultimate FMCG proxy for the Value Investor
There is always an excuse to avoid investing. Doubt and uncertainty always seem to be around the corner. It doesn’t help that human nature is hardwired to pay more attention to negative news.
However, even when uncertainty looms large, there is….