Rajeev Kumaravel

Looking ahead to 2026, which key asset allocation calls do you expect to be rewarded, and why? Our focus will be on high quality equities and fixed income whilst maintaining our SAA. Equities with strong balance sheets, cashflow and pricing power will thrive in an environment of higher earning dispersion and selective capital allocation. High … Read more

Njara Rakotonanahary

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?I have worked in fund selection for 20 years, across hedge funds, multi-asset and Sharia-compliant strategies, focusing on manager due diligence, portfolio construction, and ongoing monitoring. What I enjoy most is blending rigorous analysis with judgment, assessing not just … Read more

Murtaza Merchant

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?12 years in direct fund selection as part of Investment Products onboarding team. Overall 20 years in Relationship Management and Investment Advisory in previous roles.  Are there any product gaps in your current offering that you are looking to … Read more

Michael Chu

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?I have worked in fund selection for over 10 years in senior investment leadership roles across banks, family offices, and fintech platforms. What I enjoy most is separating signal from noise, identifying emerging trends early, and selecting products that … Read more

Marwan N. Abu Hamad

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?I have worked in the investment industry for more than 15 years now. What initially attracted me to this field was the dynamic nature of global markets and the opportunity to help clients achieve their financial goals through innovative … Read more

Kunal Kapoor

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?I have been in the business of Investment Advisory and fund selection since 2012. The most fulfilling part of the role is the fact that fund selection is not just about numbers and performance but understanding client’s unique circumstances, … Read more

Karim Nassif, CFA

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?I have spent the majority of my career in asset management across different markets, combining portfolio management responsibilities with fund and manager selection. What I enjoy most about “fund selection” is the balance between disciplined analysis and long-term judgement: … Read more

Iain Ramsay

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?13 years. My favourite thing about the role is identifying and testing new investment opportunities for inclusion in our strategies. Are there any product gaps in your current offering that you are looking to address in 2026? Why are … Read more

Harshal Kute

How long have you worked in fund selection, and what do you enjoy most about the role?I have worked for 12 years in fund selection.  Total Work experience is 20 years including previous stints were in Equity Research. Are there any product gaps in your current offering that you are looking to address in 2026? … Read more