Vihang Naik, CFA — Co-Founder

I run an Equity Fund and spend most of my time making sense of markets, investor behaviour, and interesting data. I post ideas, insights, and observations — especially the kind that challenge surface-level noise. With 19+ years of hands-on experience in the equity markets, I have built a career on a disciplined approach to bottom-up stock picking. Before co-founding Bristlecone Equity Fund, I successfully managed over US$1.5 billion in equity mutual fund assets, and one of my funds was honored with CNBC’s Best Midcap Fund award in 2018. I am passionate about identifying and nurturing under researched & under valued stocks, leveraging business & behavioral insights to generate consistent results for investors. Having retired from a corporate career at 37, I also champion the FIRE (Financially Independent Retiring Early) movement in India. I love to mentor young people to attain financial freedom and to pursue their passions. Beyond investing, I value the importance of learning and growth—whether through reading, traveling to new places, or refining my golf swing!

Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned expert in equity fund management and investment strategies.

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Experience: 19 yrs 5 mos