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

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

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<li>Fed policy choices could create two distinct market paths: a growth-driven rally if rates fall to 2-2.5% or a defensive rotation if rates stay near 5%.</li>
<li>Understanding equity as a call option explains why changing interest rates dramatically impacts sector performance and overall market returns.</li>
<li>Practical strategies exist for navigating both scenarios, focusing on portfolio positioning that can adapt to either Fed outcome.</li>
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Fed policy choices could create two distinct market paths: a growth-driven rally if rates fall to 2-2.5% or a defensive rotation if rates stay near 5%.
Understanding equity as a call option explains why changing interest rates dramatically impacts sector performance and overall market returns.
Practical strategies exist for navigating both scenarios, focusing on portfolio positioning that can adapt to either Fed outcome.


The Fed's Next Move: How Interest Rates Will Make or Break Your Portfolio