David Clark chats to one of Australia’s most respected, and quietly one of its most exceptional, investors, Paul Moore, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of PM Capital.
For more than four decades, Paul has built a reputation for exceptional long-term performance, deep fundamental research, and a rare ability to remain steadfastly contrarian when markets become euphoric or fearful. His flagship Global Companies Fund has delivered a remarkable compounding track record, most recently over 26% per annum for investors over the last five years, achieved without owning the Magnificent Seven, a feat almost unheard of in today’s market environment.
Paul shares:
* The DNA of a great investor: why temperament, patience, and an ability to stand alone matter more than ever.
* Lessons from 40 years in markets, from running a US equity fund as a 20-something to navigating booms, busts, and every style cycle in between.
* Why value is the only thing that matters, and why so many investors misunderstand what “value” truly means.
* The psychology of contrarianism and how to maintain conviction when the world is telling you you’re wrong.
* Sector and stock opportunities he sees right now, including European banks, global industrials, drug companies, and high-quality franchises trading at meaningful discounts.
* His candid take on AI, FOMO, global imbalances, geopolitics, inflation, and why he believes investors need to temper return expectations in the decade ahead.
* Why he partnered with Regal, how it extends his investing life, and why he intends to keep managing money “until the day I die.”
Paul’s blend of humility, blunt realism, and deep conviction makes him one of the truly distinctive voices in global equity investing.
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David Clark chats to one of Australia’s most respected, and quietly one of its most exceptional, investors, Paul Moore, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of PM Capital.
For more than four decades, Paul has built a reputation for exceptional long-term performance, deep fundamental research, and a rare ability to remain steadfastly contrarian when markets become euphoric or fearful. His flagship Global Companies Fund has delivered a remarkable compounding track record, most recently over 26% per annum for investors over the last five years, achieved without owning the Magnificent Seven, a feat almost unheard of in today’s market environment.
Paul shares:
* The DNA of a great investor: why temperament, patience, and an ability to stand alone matter more than ever.
* Lessons from 40 years in markets, from running a US equity fund as a 20-something to navigating booms, busts, and every style cycle in between.
* Why value is the only thing that matters, and why so many investors misunderstand what “value” truly means.
* The psychology of contrarianism and how to maintain conviction when the world is telling you you’re wrong.
* Sector and stock opportunities he sees right now, including European banks, global industrials, drug companies, and high-quality franchises trading at meaningful discounts.
* His candid take on AI, FOMO, global imbalances, geopolitics, inflation, and why he believes investors need to temper return expectations in the decade ahead.
* Why he partnered with Regal, how it extends his investing life, and why he intends to keep managing money “until the day I die.”
Paul’s blend of humility, blunt realism, and deep conviction makes him one of the truly distinctive voices in global equity investing.
Ep 201: Nikki Thomas - The Power of Focus: Running a 20-Stock Global Portfolio
Inside the Rope with David Clark
1 hour 7 minutes 51 seconds
4 months ago
Ep 201: Nikki Thomas - The Power of Focus: Running a 20-Stock Global Portfolio
In this episode of Inside the Rope, David Clark is joined by Nikki Thomas, one of Australia's most respected global equity investors and the current Portfolio Manager of Magellan’s High Conviction Fund. After a period of significant change at Magellan, Nikki’s return to the firm marks a powerful reconnection with its founding principles—absolute returns, deep research, and a commitment to global quality.
With over two decades of experience and foundational roles at both Magellan and Alphinity, Nikki unpacks her high-conviction investment philosophy and explains why the core Magellan approach — compounding capital through structural moats and disciplined valuation — remains unchanged despite market noise.
In a candid and wide-ranging conversation, David and Nikki explore:
* How she builds a concentrated portfolio of 10–20 global leaders
* The role of AI, robotics, and digitalisation in shaping long-term investment themes
* The outlook for key holdings including Novo Nordisk, Visa, and Microsoft
* How Magellan is evolving from a founder-led boutique to an institutional investment house
* Her return to the firm and the strategic pivot under new leadership
This episode offers rare insight into one of Australia’s top investment minds at a pivotal moment for Magellan and global capital markets. A must-listen for high-net-worth investors seeking clarity, conviction, and access to the type of global opportunities that sit beyond Australia’s borders.
Inside the Rope with David Clark
David Clark chats to one of Australia’s most respected, and quietly one of its most exceptional, investors, Paul Moore, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of PM Capital.
For more than four decades, Paul has built a reputation for exceptional long-term performance, deep fundamental research, and a rare ability to remain steadfastly contrarian when markets become euphoric or fearful. His flagship Global Companies Fund has delivered a remarkable compounding track record, most recently over 26% per annum for investors over the last five years, achieved without owning the Magnificent Seven, a feat almost unheard of in today’s market environment.
Paul shares:
* The DNA of a great investor: why temperament, patience, and an ability to stand alone matter more than ever.
* Lessons from 40 years in markets, from running a US equity fund as a 20-something to navigating booms, busts, and every style cycle in between.
* Why value is the only thing that matters, and why so many investors misunderstand what “value” truly means.
* The psychology of contrarianism and how to maintain conviction when the world is telling you you’re wrong.
* Sector and stock opportunities he sees right now, including European banks, global industrials, drug companies, and high-quality franchises trading at meaningful discounts.
* His candid take on AI, FOMO, global imbalances, geopolitics, inflation, and why he believes investors need to temper return expectations in the decade ahead.
* Why he partnered with Regal, how it extends his investing life, and why he intends to keep managing money “until the day I die.”
Paul’s blend of humility, blunt realism, and deep conviction makes him one of the truly distinctive voices in global equity investing.
