Ken Griffin, the founder of Citadel, has made a name for himself in the investment world with his impressive track record and massive wealth. As one of the most successful hedge fund managers in history, Griffin has managed assets worth over $65 billion across his funds. His influence extends beyond his own investments; he is known to have significant sway over various industries through philanthropic efforts and business ventures.
Griffin has demonstrated particular interest in technology companies poised to disrupt traditional markets or create new ones entirely. This aligns perfectly with Insider Monkey’s focus on AI stocks. In fact, billionaire investor Ken Griffin recently stated that "AI Stocks Are Going To Be Huge." With this in mind, we take a closer look at Neurocrine Biosciences (NASDAQ:NBIX), a midcap stock pick by Griffin that boasts huge upside potential.
Overview of Neurocrine Biosciences
Neurocrine Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing treatments for neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and endometriosis. The company’s flagship product is Inbrija (levodopa/carbidopa inhalation powder), which was approved by the FDA in 2018 for use as an add-on treatment to carbidopa/levodopa for adult patients with Parkinson’s disease experiencing OFF episodes.
Ken Griffin’s Investment Journey
Despite facing setbacks during the financial crisis of 2008, Griffin persevered and made a successful comeback. He sold out of all positions except those related to Citigroup Inc., according to Bloomberg data from October 2007 through March 2009 when he closed out most positions due to market volatility caused by Lehman Brothers’ bankruptcy filing on September 15th that year.
As an investor who has managed assets worth over $65 billion across his funds since its inception, including Citadel LLC which currently manages around $40 billion, it’s clear why many people closely follow what billionaire investor Ken Griffin says about investing portfolios. Recently, he emphasized the significant impact of artificial intelligence, stating, "Artificial intelligence will change everything."
The Role of AI in Investment and Healthcare
During an interview at Bloomberg’s Future Forum conference, Griffin highlighted other areas where AI could make significant contributions, such as:
- Healthcare Research & Development: Machine learning algorithms can help identify new treatments more efficiently than humans alone, thanks largely to advancements made possible through deep learning techniques used within neural networks.
Conclusion
While there may be risks associated with investing in stocks, it is crucial to conduct thorough research before making any decisions. Remember, past performance does not guarantee future results, nor should it influence your investment choices.
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