24 Feb 2026
1h 15m

Dan Sundheim - The Art of Public and Private Market Investing - [Invest Like the Best, EP.460]

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Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Dan Sundheim, founder and CIO of D1 Capital Partners, explores the dynamics between public and private markets, especially regarding AI investments. Sundheim highlights the increasing synergy between public and private markets due to AI innovation, noting that understanding AI's trajectory is crucial for public company valuations. He draws parallels between LLM companies like OpenAI and Anthropic and business models like Netflix and Spotify, emphasizing the importance of personalization and focus in the capital-intensive AI landscape. He expresses optimism about AI-driven economic growth but cautions about potential disruptions, particularly concerning US-China relations over semiconductor dominance and the future of human purpose in an AI-dominated world. Sundheim also recounts lessons from navigating D1 Capital through the GameStop saga, stressing resilience and adaptation.

Outlines

Part 1: Background, Early Career

Part 2: AI, LLMs, and Market Impact

Part 3: Resilience, Risk, and Case Studies

Part 4: Investment Philosophy, Market Dynamics

Part 5: Leadership, Global Outlook, and Personal Reflections

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