ABOUT
Matt McClintock
Founder and CEO, M Squared Capital
Matt spent 15 years as a highly public sell-side research analyst at bulge bracket banks focusing on the retail and consumer industry, where he had dedicated coverage of more than 80 companies. Unlike most sell-side analysts, he led teams across many consumer discretionary categories, including Apparel Wholesale, Retail Broadlines, Softlines, Hardlines, and even Latin American retail coverage from Mexico to Argentina while based in São Paulo.
He began his career at Lehman Brothers in 2005, continued with Barclays after its acquisition of Lehman's U.S. business, and joined Raymond James in 2019. He left Wall Street as a Managing Director at the end of 2020 to focus on small business M&A and consulting, and founded M Squared Capital to publish fully independent research.
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#1
Thomson Reuters StarMine Stock Picker, Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods. First analyst in history to win in consecutive years (2015–2016).
Top 10
Institutional Investor (now Extel), in both Retail Hardlines and Retail Softlines, out of 40+ competitors in each.
Top Decile
Consistently ranked top decile across all industries by TipRanks, out of roughly 15,000 analysts.
80+
Companies covered across U.S. and Latin American retail and consumer.
Career
2021–PRESENT
M Squared Capital
Founder and CEO
2019–2020
Raymond James
Managing Director, Equity Research
2008–2019
Barclays
Equity Research
2005–2008
Lehman Brothers
Equity Research
EDUCATION
NYU Stern School of Business, MBA
Florida State University, triple major in Accounting, Economics and Finance · Awarded both CPA and CFA designations
In the media
CNBC · The Wall Street Journal · Barron's · The New York Times · Fox Business · Bloomberg · Forbes · Fortune
What management teams say
“Matt is among the best on the Street. His work is distinguished by an approach that considers those important intangibles that others often misunderstand. He also has the courage to stand behind his research when others choose to simply “follow the herd.” His voice is among a few analysts that I routinely seek out to know the “real” story.”
CEO, Arc’teryx (Amer Sports)
“Matt was an invaluable resource throughout our IPO and beyond. His in-depth knowledge, candor, enthusiasm, and ability to build strong relationships are a few characteristics that separate him from the pack.”
Investor Relations, Floor & Decor
“He has an incredible amount of energy, and I have been endlessly impressed with his knowledge of retail and the companies in his coverage universe. He is passionate about retail and the firms he covers, and I have developed a deep respect for his perspective, even though we haven't always agreed. Because of our respect for Matt, he has been invited to present to members of our management team on several occasions, because we trust that Matt will bring us new insights and challenge us to do better.”
VP Investor Relations, Target
“Matt stands out as a strategic thinker who digs for deeper insights and ideas. He is a pleasure to work with - focused and committed with great energy and passion for all things retail.”
SVP Investor Relations and Public Relations, Tractor Supply
“Matt is a natural leader and motivator, and is extremely thoughtful and analytical in his research approach. He has a strong ability to think bigger picture, which puts him at an advantage relative to many others following the retail industry. Moreover, Matt carries himself with a high level of integrity and is a great person to work with.”
SVP Investor Relations and Treasury, G-III Apparel Group
“He has strong analytical skills, a true understanding of retail and an ability to clearly articulate the investment case for a recommendation.”
CCO, Tapestry
COVERAGE HISTORY
87 companies. Dedicated coverage, not just commentary.
Every company below had Matt’s dedicated coverage, as a sell-side analyst or at M Squared Capital: formal published research and a full financial model, quarter after quarter.
ATHLETIC & OUTDOOR 19
Nike · adidas · Under Armour · Lululemon · On · ASICS · Deckers Brands · Columbia Sportswear · Canada Goose · Amer Sports · Wolverine World Wide · Oakley · Fitbit · Foot Locker · Finish Line · JD Sports · Dick’s Sporting Goods · Academy Sports + Outdoors · Cabela’s
APPAREL & DEPARTMENT STORES 26
Gap Inc. · American Eagle Outfitters · Abercrombie & Fitch · Aéropostale · Urban Outfitters · L Brands · Ann Inc. · Chico’s FAS · Ralph Lauren · PVH · Coach · VF Corp · Hanesbrands · Maidenform · Warnaco · Jones Apparel Group · Liz Claiborne · Iconix Brand Group · Fossil · Macy’s · Nordstrom · Kohl’s · Dillard’s · JCPenney · Saks · Stage Stores
HOME IMPROVEMENT & FURNISHINGS 12
Home Depot · Lowe’s · Floor & Decor · Williams-Sonoma · RH · Arhaus · Bed Bath & Beyond · The Container Store · At Home · Tempur-Pedic · Select Comfort · Tractor Supply
BIG BOX & MASS 6
Walmart · Target · Costco · BJ’s · Best Buy · Sears Holdings
AUTO PARTS 4
AutoZone · O’Reilly Auto Parts · Advance Auto Parts · Genuine Parts
LATIN AMERICA 16
Walmart de México y Centroamérica · Soriana · Chedraui · Falabella · Cencosud · Ripley · Lojas Renner · Lojas Americanas · Magazine Luiza · B2W · Arezzo&Co · Guararapes · Marisa · Restoque · Hering · Technos
OTHER 4
Tiffany & Co. · Signet Jewelers · National Vision · Party City