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1 Main Capital 2023 Q3 Investor Letter | Buyside Digest

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Primary Source Intelligence • Q3 2023 Letter Analysis

1 Main Capital Quarterly Analysis

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Fund Returns

QTD-0.3%

YTD+20.3%

Annualized+20.8%

Digest Analysis

Quick Take

"Manager Yaron Naymark runs a concentrated small-cap portfolio, capitalizing on nonfundamental flows that temporarily depress quality businesses."

Executive Summary

1 Main Capital Partners delivered a net return of -0.3% in Q3 2023, outperforming both the S&P 500 (-3.3%) and Russell 2000 (-5.1%). Year-to-date, the Fund returned 20.3% net versus 13.1% for the S&P 500. Manager Yaron Naymark focuses on concentrated small-cap investments, with the top five positions representing approximately 75% of capital. The portfolio consists of businesses with greater earnings power and lower valuations due to composition changes and organic growth at underlying companies. Naymark emphasizes the impact of nonfundamental flows on stock prices, particularly in small caps, which can create opportunities for fundamental investors. Key holdings include dentalcorp, Enzo Biochem, IWG, Limbach Holdings, and SP Plus. The manager added materially to DNTL and IWG positions throughout the year due to temporary pressure from nonfundamental flows. Despite macro uncertainties including geopolitical tensions and election-related policy uncertainty, Naymark remains optimistic about long-term prospects, believing fundamentals will ultimately drive returns in what he considers an excellent environment for stock pickers.

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Signal Matrix

Market Conviction

82%

CautiousHigh

High Conviction (82%)

Very high conviction demonstrated through concentrated portfolio with 75% in top five named positions, specific position sizing language ('significantly increased,' 'added materially'), and detailed fundamental analysis of individual holdings with clear catalysts and valuations.

Growth Outlook

25%

BearishBullish

Bearish (25%)

The manager expresses cautious optimism about markets, noting that inflation has slowed and the economy has been surprisingly resilient. However, he acknowledges persistent investor fears and multiple macro risks including geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty.

Risk Appetite

50%

DefensiveAggressive

Balanced (50%)

The fund maintains a concentrated portfolio with 75% in top five positions and added materially to existing holdings throughout the year. This demonstrates a risk-on approach despite acknowledging market uncertainties.

Capital Deployment

45%

De-riskingDeploying

Net Neutral (45%)

The fund added materially to DNTL and IWG positions throughout the year and initiated a new position in ENZ, while exiting SP Plus. This represents moderate deployment activity with selective adding to existing positions.

Forward Guidance

40%

CautiousExpansionary

Neutral (40%)

The manager states he remains optimistic about achieving strong returns in coming years and believes fundamentals will win out long-term. However, he acknowledges the wide range of potential policy outcomes and macro uncertainties.

Language Signal

30%

BearishBullish

Bearish (30%)

Language is balanced between opportunity-focused terms like 'attractive,' 'compelling,' and 'excellent environment' and risk-aware language including 'fears,' 'tensions,' and 'abnormally wide range of outcomes.'

Perceived Risk

65%

Low RiskElevated

Elevated Risk (65%)

The manager identifies multiple specific macro risks including geopolitical tensions, unsustainable fiscal deficits, deglobalization pressures, and election-related policy uncertainty. He discusses these risks in meaningful detail throughout the letter.

Opportunity Density

75%

ScarceAbundant

Abundant (75%)

The manager characterizes the current environment as 'excellent for good stock pickers' due to nonfundamental flows creating volatility and mispricing in small caps. He sees abundant opportunities for fundamental investors.

Time Horizon

70%

Short-TermLong-Term

Decade+ (70%)

The manager emphasizes long-term fundamental investing, stating 'over the long term, fundamentals will win out' and expressing optimism about 'strong returns in the coming years.' The approach focuses on multi-year thesis realization.