About
Matthew Picarello is a Partner at Parsifal Capital Management, LP in New York, NY, where he is responsible for portfolio management, idea generation, and investment analysis across the firm’s strategies. As a senior leader, he oversees research and execution with a specific focus on public equity investments, leveraging his expertise to identify value-driven opportunities in the market.
Prior to becoming a Partner, Matthew served as an Analyst at Parsifal Capital Management and previously held an Analyst role at Gruss Capital Management, where he gained extensive experience evaluating equities and special situations. His investment focus includes public equities—particularly in the U.S.—with a track record in event-driven, long/short equity, and multi-strategy investing.
Matthew earned a BS in Finance & Liberal Studies from Bentley University, providing a strong foundation in both analytical and interdisciplinary thinking. He is recognized for his rigorous approach to research, collaborative leadership style, and contributions to Parsifal's disciplined investment process in the asset management sector.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsifal Capital Management, LP | Partner | Jan 2022 to Present | — |
| Parsifal Capital Management, LP | Analyst | Jan 2020 to Dec 2021 | — |
| Gruss Capital Management | Analyst | Mar 2015 to Nov 2018 | — |
| J.P. Morgan | Investment Banking Associate | Jul 2014 to Mar 2015 | — |
| J.P. Morgan | Investment Banking Analyst | Jun 2012 to Jun 2014 | — |
Education
Bentley University
BS, Finance & Liberal Studies
2008 — 2012
Skills & Expertise
Others at Parsifal Capital Management, LP (6)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
D Dan Cohen | Investment Professional | New York, NY , United States |
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Partner | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Professional | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Professional | New York, NY , United States |
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