Navigating FinTech Partnerships in a Regulated World As the possible combination of digital features increases, financial services become more complex and regulated than ever. At the same time, the rapid growth of Fintech expands the options to build, buy, invest, or partner. This interview between Frank Krings (Financial Servies) and Stefan Wagner…

One of the industry's most significant trends is the increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into financial services. These technologies are revolutionising areas like personalised investment advice, data optimisation, and operational efficiency. However, navigating AI in a highly regulated financial environ…

Learn the appeal structured products have for investors seeking a balance between equity risk and capital protection Discover different options for investors based on their market, risk profile and portfolio size Debunk common myths about structured products Realize the advantage of defined outcome

Join us in this Nalu FM Finance podcast episode as we speak with Rajesh Amin, Founder of 2RSquared, on how to harness the overwhelming amount of growing data to create efficient and effective investment solutions. Learn how advanced front office systems enable smaller and medium-sized firms to compete. Discover how technology enables personalized i…

Join us in this Nalu FM Finance podcast episode as we speak with Sean Adler, CEO of GZI, about the practical aspects of quantitative investment strategies and alternative financial data. In this episode, Sean demystifies smart beta, factor investing, and quantitative finance, explaining their real-world applications. He emphasizes the importance of…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In a captivating podcast episode, Stefan sits down with Andreas Loetscher, Managing Director of ABBL, a boutique consultancy specializing in reputation protection. Andreas shares intriguing insights from his extensive career in financial auditing and crisis management, including his time at major firms like Ernst & Youn…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this in-depth podcast episode, Bruce Traan, Global Head of Indices at dxFeed, unpacks the intricacies of index management, emphasising the importance of creating tailored indices to meet specific investment strategies. He underscores the critical nature of data quality and the need for transparency in the processes i…

tDear Friends and Colleagues, I'm excited to share this podcast episode featuring Chris Corcino, the CEO behind AlphaNotes, with you. In this interview, Chris discusses the company's inception and its response to the evolving financial landscape post-2008 crisis, focusing on technology and private market shifts. Alpha Notes, a securitisation platfo…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, I hope you a great start to 2024! The latest Nalu FM Finance Podcast episode features Rico Blaser, CEO of vestr A.G., offering unique insights into investing, speculating, and betting. Rico challenges conventional wisdom with finesse, providing a thought-provoking perspective that will leave you contemplating your outlo…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this informative interview with Daniel Knoblach, we discussed how to develop, setup and implement custom indices. Traditional and custom indexes follow distinct methodologies for investment and rebalancing. However, the personalized nature of Custom Indexes sets them apart by tailoring methodologies to individual inv…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this insightful interview with Jacob Ayres-Thomson and Hassan Salamony, we discussed how Artificial Intelligence can leverage vast amounts of public data to empower investors. Jacob is the Founder and CEO of 3AI, a machine learning company dedicated to unlocking alpha in large data sets. Previously, he represented Pw…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Pathmajan Rasan, we discussed how the SmartRiskAlpha technology helps investors and investment managers to consistently achieve better performances. In this interview, we discuss: How to time exposure to Risk Premia. A way to combine quantitative models and discretionary management. Examples on ho…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Volodymyr Gubskyi, we discussed how to best approach the design of Structured Products and how tools can help in this process. Volodymyr Gubskyi, Co-Founder and CEO of IVM Markets, has 17 years of derivatives solutions and structured product experience. He was head of strategic solutions and deriv…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Béatrice Guez, we discuss how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help financial professionals build resilient portfolio allocations and understand key market drivers in any market situation. Béatrice Guez, CEO of Ai For Alpha, has more than 20 years of experience in financial markets. She worked in …

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Richard Waddington, we discussed how to enhance investment returns through data-driven decision-making. In 2013 Richard founded Sherpa Funds Technology, a Singapore based technology-enabled consultancy to fund managers, focusing on enhancing returns through data-driven decision making. At Sherpa, …

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Joe Elmlinger, we discussed how to use option strategies in your investment portfolio. In this interview, we discuss: How can option based investment strategies add value? How to use option based strategies in your investment process? How to maintain your desired risk profile? What can kill the pe…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Benjamin Soh, we discussed how to use Distributed Leger Technology (DLT) for financial securities. In this interview, we discuss: Open-architecture bonds through DLT infrastructure What are the benefits of a tokenized bond ? How was the AML and KYC process? How were the Green Bond / ESG requiremen…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Joost Burgerhout and Harry Benchimol, we discussed how the Marex FP cross-asset structured product team innovates. In this interview, we discuss: What kind of Structured Products are possible on Crypto? Risk Management of Crypto products? Bitcoin Cash & Carry trade. Partnership with Coinbase. Tren…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this educational and entertaining interview with Joe Vittoria, we discussed how regulatory surveillance works and how it can be used efficiently. In this interview, we discuss: How does efficient surveillance work? How to make sense of all the data points? What to look for? How can Artificial Intelligence help? and m…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In my interview with Adrian Marcu, we discussed investing in Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and how to evaluate such opportunities. Decentralized finance offers financial instruments without relying on intermediaries such as brokerages, exchanges, or banks by using smart contracts on a blockchain. In this interview, we di…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Victor Hugo Gomez, we discussed how indexing, historically seen as boring, has become a dynamic and innovative investment solution. In this interview, we discuss: Trends in the indexing industry Challenges when designing an index The difference between an Index and Basket calculation EU Benchmark …

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with George Cotsikis, I asked all of the questions I always wanted to ask about Crypto and related topics such as blockchain, and mining. In this interview we discuss: Why should you care about Crypto currencies? What are the advantages of Crypto currencies over money created by central banks? What are…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, Many things changed in 2021, so I am excited to bring you this information-packed interview with Edward Senior from Fortem Capital about the latest developments in the Structured Products market. In this interview, we discuss: Trends in the Structured Products space in the last 18 months Innovation around payoffs and un…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, I had an insightful discussion with Daniel Jaeger and Paolo Brizio Torchio at Banca Credinvest about Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs). In this interview, we discuss: Global Opportunities for Actively Managed Certificates Applications and commercial edge of AMCs Legal and regulatory aspects of AMCs Developments outsi…

Interview with Luca Bianchi, Partner at leading Swiss law firm Kellerhals Carrard. In this interview, we discuss: What is an Actively Managed Certificate, legally speaking? What is the regulatory framework in which AMCs sit when they are issued or distributed in Switzerland? What themes and trends do you see in your business? ...and much more Pleas…

Interview with Gary Dugan, the Chief Executive Officer of The Global CIO Office. In this interview, we discuss: - Differences between investing, speculating, and betting - Is 60/40 not working anymore? - When to invest and re-balance - Use of derivatives in an investment portfolio - Trends like Artificial Intelligence, ESG, Asia - His most signific…

Interview with Fabio Oertle from ISP Group In this interview, we discuss; - Benefits & advantages of AMCs - Portfolio style vs Certificate Style - Market development - Regional differences ...and much more Please enjoy!

Interview with Kevin Gray from Fortem Capital In this interview we discuss; - Definition of Smart Beta, Risk Premia, and Factor Investing - Why does Risk Premia investing make sense? - How to assess a Factor investing strategy? ...and much more Please enjoy!

Interview with Luigi Vignola from Bank Julius Baer. In this interview we discuss; - Why are Actively Managed Certificates (AMC) so successful? - Regional differences in demands for AMCs - Trends in the AMC market - Bank Julius Baers' plans for the AMC business ...and much more Please enjoy!

Interview with with Dominique Sekyra from Carnot Capital. In this interview we discuss; - Impact investing in public equities - How do you measure impact? - How can impact investing improve investment performance? - Why did you choose an Actively Managed Certificate instead of a fund? ...and much more Please enjoy!…

Interview with Lucas Bruggeman the CEO of BX Swiss. In this interview we discuss; - Functions of Stock Exchanges - What does a modern stock exchange look like? - Actively Managed Certificates ...and much more Please enjoy!

Interview with Fernando Verboonen the Co-founder and Partner of CurioInvest. In this interview we discuss; How to invest in cars? What type of cars to invest? How to make sure the cars keep their value ? How to protect yourself from fakes? ...and much more Please enjoy!

Interview with Oliver Roehl - COO of the Fine Art Invest Group and Dr Remko van Ekelen - CEO of Amergeris Wealth Management Group. In this interview we discuss; How to invest in art? What type of art to invest? How to protect yourself from counterfeits? ...and much more Please enjoy!

Interview with Lord Stephen Green of Hurstpierpoint about his book "The Human Odyssey: East, West and the Search for Universal Values". In this interview we discuss; - What influenced him to write this book - China's Belt & Road Initiative - The impact of COVID-19 and artificial intelligence - and much more Please Enjoy!…

This month we have an informative interview with Simon Lindesay-Bethune of John Wilcox & Co. Topics will include; How the London property market has developed over the last 40 years. With some London property prices down up to 40% since 2014, where are the opportunities? Property recommendations Themes & Trends Plus much more. Enjoy!…

Dear Friends and Colleagues, This month I am thrilled to have this exclusive interview with Matthias Riechert, Managing Director of P&R Investment Management Limited. Topics will include; Value Investing P&R's unique investment approach Themes & Trends I have followed Matthias for many years and I am always learning something new. Enjoy!…

Megumi Ikeda is the the managing director of Hearst Ventures and the general manager of Hearst Ventures Europe. Topics will include; The difference between venture capital and private equity? What advice can you give somebody looking for VC? What do you look for in a VC investment? Themes & Trends

This interview is with Wulf Schütz of Rarer & Fine Vintage Watches. Rare & Fine handles all aspects and details of collecting and investing in vintage watches. Topics will include; How do you invest in watches? Where does the value of a watch come from? How to protect yourself from fakes?

This is the second instalment of my interview with Bill O’Neill, Head of the Investment Committee of a London multi-family office. In part two, we are discussing how you should go about setting up your investment portfolio and how to incorporate investments such as derivatives.

In part one, we discuss how you should go about setting up your investment portfolio and how to deal with the complexity of competing investment goals.

An in depth discussion with Athan Tolis Founder adn CEO of Actium Liquidity Partners / Algorithmic Bond Research on topics like: Is the interest differential between US and UK government bonds a reflection of the different credit risk? What is the difference between a bond trader and an equity trader? Is it worthwhile to listen to economists? Do Ce…

A great talk with Jürgen Michels on how to keep a clear head with all of the competing data sources and how economist from different countries are biased interpreting them. Hear how to value the growing barter economy and why the EU taxation and the fiscal transfer union are interlinked. Follow Jürgen on @Jue_Michels…

Alternative Beta, Quantitative Investment Strategies, Factor Investing, Hedge Fund Replication, Risk Premia; what is it and what do all these terms mean and how can it be used when investing? Thanks to Toby Hayes fund manager at Fortem Capital (www.fortemcapital.com) we get a clear insight into all these points. Toby has 18 years of experience in t…