Speakers and topics

How derivatives can enhance portfolios in uncertain markets

Escalating global trade tensions are changing the landscape for equities, and meanwhile growing concerns around stagflation might put pressure on bond allocations. This is a difficult market to invest in with conviction. Due to their defined nature, Nina will explain how different derivative-based solutions, when used properly, can enhance an investor’s toolkit in these uncertain markets. Specifically by: increasing the probability of desired outcomes; being clear when those outcomes will not be achieved; and getting to those outcomes via a more predictable journey.

Head of distribution and product specialist
Atlantic House

Nina has nearly 20 years’ experience in the industry, with the past 13 spent working at Atlantic House. She joined the firm as the third employee and played an integral part in the launch of the firm’s fund management business in 2013 and subsequent product development, while also managing key partnerships with investors.

Distribution
Atlantic House
Head of distribution and product specialist
Atlantic House

Staying the course in a perfect storm

DWS Concept Kaldemorgen / DWS Multi Asset Total Return

Head of multi-asset investment specialists
DWS
Coverage specialist wholesale
DWS

E: andrea.kilby@dws.com

T: +44 (0)207 547 3346

TINA or Turner: what happens if US exceptionalism fails?

The first quarter of 2025 has been a significant change in market leadership, with European equities outpacing the US for the first time in a long time. Investors must confront how the changing landscape for US trade policy, overall market risk and spiking volatility impact portfolio positioning. In this session, Ryan will discuss the drivers behind this year’s market moves and highlight opportunities that ETFs can unlock in US equity positioning looking forward.

Senior ETF strategist
State Street Global Advisors

Ryan is a vice-president and a Senior ETF Strategist on the SPDR ETF strategy and research team for EMEA. His primary areas of focus are in thematic investment solutions such as smart beta, ESG and climate. He also leads strategic efforts for cross-border distribution of US-domiciled SPDR ETFs in EMEA. His responsibilities include developing a strategic framework for the existing SPDR ETF range to align with financial market developments and longer-term economic outlooks. 

UK sales, SPDR ETFs
State Street Global Advisors