In a world dominated by passive investing, does active management still deliver a real advantage? This expert panel examines the enduring relevance of active strategies, exploring how skilled managers can navigate volatility, identify opportunities, and create lasting value for investors.
Moderated by Manuela M. Fröhlich (Co-Founder & Partner, Fondsfrauen GmbH), this panel brings together leading voices in asset management — Georg von Wyss (Partner, BWM Value Investing), Alex Rauchenstein (Managing Partner, SIA Funds), René Nicolodi (Head of Equities & Themes, Zürcher Kantonalbank), and Damian Burkhardt (Senior Portfolio Manager, EFG) — to debate the role of active management in today’s markets.
The discussion covers the key strengths of active investing, including precise stock selection, proactive risk management, and strategic flexibility in uncertain environments. The panellists share their perspectives on when active strategies have the greatest edge over passive approaches, the traits that define successful fund managers, and how macroeconomic shifts can be leveraged for superior performance. Drawing on decades of investment experience, they provide valuable guidance for both institutional and private investors seeking to navigate complex market conditions.
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