About
Alexander Gouws is an investment analyst at NIXON CAPITAL, LLC in New York, NY, where he is responsible for conducting in-depth research and analysis of public equities. He joined Nixon Capital in August 2022, following an internship with the firm, and plays a key role in identifying attractive, high-quality investment opportunities aligned with the firm's value-oriented strategy.
Gouws focuses on public equity investments, utilizing market sentiment and business valuation analysis to pinpoint compelling entry and exit points for the portfolio. His analytical responsibilities involve assessing economic trends, monitoring fundamental company performance, and supporting defensive or opportunistic positioning across sectors as dictated by market cycles.
He graduated from Columbia University with a BA in Financial Economics and Philosophy, where he demonstrated leadership as captain of the rugby team and honed strategic thinking as an avid chess player. His expertise includes behavioral finance, value investing, and systematic research methodologies, all of which inform his contributions to Nixon Capital’s investment decision-making process.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nixon Capital LLC | Investment Analyst | Jan 2021 to Present | — |
| Moatside Partners | Writer | Jul 2020 to Present | — |
| Goldsmith & Co | Research Analyst Intern | Jul 2020 to Nov 2020 | — |
| PSG Asset Management | Summer Intern | Jun 2017 to Jul 2017 | — |
| Rwanda Aid | Volunteer | May 2016 to Jun 2016 | — |
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor's degree, Financial Economics and Philosophy
2018 — 2022
Eton College
2013 — 2018
Others at Nixon Capital, LLC (1)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Austin, TX , United States |