Cross-Asset Thematic Strategy, Edelscourt

Albert Maass

Albert brings over three decades of experience from the financial industry, having worked with top institutions across the UK, Americas, and Asia. His broad expertise spans investments in multiple asset classes and extends to risk management.

In a previous role, Albert served as the Head of Alternative Investments at Shinsei Bank in Japan, where he oversaw a varied portfolio comprising private equity, hedge funds, reinsurance, credit, and other assets. His distinguished career has seen partnerships with prestigious institutions such as HVB, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Nomura International, Mariner Investment Group, Allied Capital Asset Management, and the Central Bank of Chile.

Albert is a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and is an alumnus of the Universidad Católica de Chile, with a degree in Business and Economics

Cross-Asset Thematic Strategy

The Rise of Private Debt: Seizing Opportunities in a Dynamic Investment Landscape

Security Token Journal: Private Debt Tokens

Strengthening Risk Management in the Booming Private Credit Market

Navigating Turbulent Markets: The Need for Advanced Risk Management Tools in Private Asset Investing

Edelscourt

Established in 2014, Edelscourt combines cutting-edge technology with deep industry knowledge. We specialise in risk management solutions for a diverse range of clients, from financial institutions to family offices.

Cross Asset Strategy

Multiple Countries / Cross Asset Strategy

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<li>Institutional investors increasingly pursue SME loan portfolios for enhanced returns, diversification, and uncorrelated returns.</li>
<li>However rising interest rates, inflation, and market volatility necessitate reassessing risk management strategies in such portfolios due to potential negative impacts on SME performance and loan repayment ability.</li>
<li>Effective risk management in SME lending by institutional investors requires thorough due diligence, comprehensive risk models, stress testing, regular monitoring, communication with the external managers, and adaptability to market changes.</li>
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Institutional investors increasingly pursue SME loan portfolios for enhanced returns, diversification, and uncorrelated returns.
However rising interest rates, inflation, and market volatility necessitate reassessing risk management strategies in such portfolios due to potential negative impacts on SME performance and loan repayment ability.
Effective risk management in SME lending by institutional investors requires thorough due diligence, comprehensive risk models, stress testing, regular monitoring, communication with the external managers, and adaptability to market changes.


Managing Risk in SME Lending: A Perspective for Institutional Investors