🚨EXCLUSIVE🚨 Former @JupiterAM_UK emerging market debt trio to join @PictetAM Outperforming portfolio managers who stepped down at the end of 2024 will assume new posts with the Geneva-based group. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/e… ✏️Chris Sloley

🤝DONE DEAL🤝 @GENERALI and @natixis agree deal to create €1.9tn manager The joint venture combines the asset management operations of both companies to create the second biggest asset management group in Europe. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/g… ✏️@oliviavenetia

💤How to stop a fund selector falling asleep when you pitch | From keeping an eye on the clock to being pragmatic, fund buyers share how to stay engaged on any topic. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/h… ✏️Chris Sloley

🤝Coalition impossible? The Net Zero Asset Managers initiative has suspended operations following high-profile departures, but can coalitions continue to play an important role? ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/c… ✏️Chris Sloley

💪.@DWS_Group CEO throws weight behind battling ‘anti-woke’ agenda Taking a break from weightlifting, Stefan Hoops outlined three issues that need to be safeguarded from ongoing culture wars. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/d… ✏️Chris Sloley

🚀 Live Webinar Alert! Join us on 8th January at 11:30am GMT/12:30pm CET for insights into Saudi Arabia's booming bond market. Experts from SSGA & PIF share strategies & opportunities you won't want to miss! 🔗 Register now: ow.ly/fBCv50Utex3

📅 Join our live webinar on 8th January at 11:30am GMT/12:30pm CET to explore the growth opportunities in Saudi bonds! Hear from experts at SSGA & PIF on bonds, ETFs, & Saudi's Vision 2030. Don’t miss out! 🔗 Register: ow.ly/PEEJ50Utesn #SaudiDebt #Investing #Webinar

❓What @GAMinsights's Arcus fund deal means for its alts ambitions The Swiss group has made alternatives a prime pillar of its revitalised strategy and this latest tie-up reinforces the point. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/w… ✏️@SloleyChris

🤝APPOINTMENT🤝 Former @Schroders bond boss joins @neubergerberman as senior PM. Seasoned investor who stepped down last year has assumed a new post at the US asset manager. More below. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/f… ✏️@SloleyChris

🔻Why @PIMCO's $88bn Income fund’s credit bets are at near-historic lows 🗣️Daniel Ivascyn outlines why the investment giant is pulling back on corporates but how that doesn’t signal growing default fears. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/w… ✏️@SloleyChris

👋.@GAMinsights' European equity team jumps ship to @JupiterAM_UK More high-profile hires for the UK-based asset manager, which recruited the Swiss group’s UK equity income team at the start of the year. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/g… ✏️@SloleyChris

🤝MANDATE🤝 @NordeaAM lands €1.25bn sustainable equity mandate from German giant, VBL. Nordic asset manager to oversee Europe-focused strategy on behalf of public services pension group. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/n… ✏️@SloleyChris

🤝APPOINTMENT🤝 Anti-ESG boutique founder handed efficiency post in Donald Trump's new regime. @VivekGRamaswamy, once of @StriveFunds, will work with @elonmusk in roles designed to cut costs and bureaucracy. More below. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/a… ✏️@SloleyChris

👋Revealed: @NewtonIM bonds veteran exits after two decades. Emerging market debt specialist Carl Shepherd calls it a day after more than 20 years. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/r… ✏️@NourAzhar

🌳.@Amundi_FR launches evergreen fund of funds for retail investors. The Eltif is targeting 8-10% net annual returns to investors. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/a… ✏️@SelinBucak2

❌ .@GoldmanSachs AM liquidates veteran’s EMD fund in post-merger clean up. Investment giant calls time on long-running strategy following steady decline in assets. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/g… ✏️@SloleyChris

🗣️‘Which sector’s not competitive?’ Inside @Robeco's swoop for EMD talent. The Dutch fund house hopes a high-profile grab of three developing world debt experts from rivals @candriam can help broaden and complement its work. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/w… ✏️@SloleyChris

🇺🇸'We should be grateful to Trump' for stoking NATO contributions Threat not to protect 'delinquent' members has prompted action, says former German Ambassador to the US, @ischinger. ➡️citywire.com/selector/news/w… ✏️Will Robins

🏃‍♂️ Last night, we hit the streets of Berlin for an incredible #CitywireBerlin run! Passing iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, our team powered through together. A huge thank you to @JupiterAM_UK Asset Management for sponsoring this unforgettable experience!