Unlocking Hidden Value In Schrodinger's Box

Company Overview - Schrodinger, Inc. (SDGR) has experienced significant stock pressure due to weak fourth-quarter guidance, reflecting a challenging demand environment [1] Investment Strategy - Narweena, an asset manager led by Richard Durant, focuses on identifying market dislocations caused by misunderstandings of long-term business prospects, aiming for excess risk-adjusted returns through secular growth opportunities in markets with entry barriers [1] - The research process emphasizes company and industry fundamentals to uncover unique insights, with a high risk appetite and long-term investment horizon targeting deeply undervalued stocks [1] Market Dynamics - An aging population with low growth and stagnating productivity is expected to create a different investment opportunity set compared to historical trends, with many industries facing stagnation or secular decline, potentially improving business performance due to reduced competition [1] - Conversely, some businesses may encounter rising costs and diseconomies of scale, while economies increasingly favor asset-light businesses, leading to a decline in infrastructure investment needs over time [1] - A large pool of capital is pursuing a limited set of investment opportunities, resulting in rising asset prices and compressed risk premia [1] Leadership Background - Richard Durant holds undergraduate degrees in engineering and finance from the University of Adelaide and an MBA from Nanyang Technological University, along with having passed the CFA exams [1]