CEO David Trainer recently joined Guillaume Jouvencel on The Principal Podcast to break down why better investment decisions start with better data, not better headlines.
After years on Wall Street, David realized the biggest advantage wasn’t faster opinions, it was finding the truth hidden inside corporate filings. That led him to build New Constructs and develop technology that uncovers what traditional financial analysis often misses.
David shared three key lessons during the conversation:
- Better investing starts with better data, and the footnotes often tell a very different.
- Whether you’re an individual investor or a global institution, clear answers drive better decisions.
- AI is only as good as the data behind it, which is why accuracy matters more than hype.
Figure 1: Disrupting Investment Research with Proprietary AI
Sources: New Constructs, LLC and The Principal Podcast
The tools and solutions outlined throughout the podcast aren’t just a dream. Accurate data exists. AI for stock picking that drives real alpha exists. Start leveraging it in your investing process today.
This article was originally published on September 3, 2026.
Disclosure: David Trainer and Kyle Guske II receive no compensation to write about any specific stock, style, or theme.
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