Hedgeye NexGen | Episode 27 | Inside Portfolio Management (w/ R. Patrick Kent)

In this episode of Hedgeye Next Gen, Ryan Ricci interviews RPK, a portfolio manager at Hedgeye Asset Management, to explore his background, investment philosophy, and views on the evolution of active management. RPK discusses his unconventional path into finance, starting with English and philosophy before transitioning to healthcare analysis and portfolio management. He emphasizes the importance of identifying the rate of change and having a differentiated view on earnings trajectory. The conversation covers value versus growth investing, risk management, and the impact of technology and AI on the investment landscape, highlighting the need for active managers to adapt and take calculated risks to outperform benchmarks.