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Melvin Capital

American investment management firm

Melvin Capital Management was an American investment management firm based in New York City. It was founded in 2014 by Gabriel Plotkin, who named the firm after his late grandfather.2 It was founded by Gabe Plotkin.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Melvin Capital Management was an American investment management firm based in New York City. It was founded in 2014 by Gabriel Plotkin, who named the firm after his late grandfather.2

The story

Founded by Gabe Plotkin in 2014.1

Leadership

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Timeline

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