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How Nikhil thinks
Mindset flexibility
Believes that changing your mind is a sign of learning, not a flaw.
For you: You should welcome new information and adjust your strategies.
Early luck matters
Notes that early lucky trades keep people in markets, while early losses often cause quitting.
For you: You might focus on building confidence early to stay in the game.
Low‑cost investing
Advocates zero‑barrier pricing and cheap transaction fees to broaden market participation.
For you: You could look for platforms that minimize fees to maximize returns.
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- What sparked your decision to drop out and start trading at 15?
- How do you see AI shaping venture building in India?
- What lessons from Zerodha’s early days can help new founders reduce costs?
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I appeared on the *People by WTF* episode with Howard Marks on 4 May 2026, where we discussed his investment philosophy, market cycles…
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I am Nikhil Kamath, an Indian entrepreneur and investor. I co‑founded Zerodha, True Beacon, Gruhas, and The Foundery, and I host the “WTF…
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I am an Indian investor and entrepreneur based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, currently serving as co‑founder of three technology‑driven firms…