Ravi Bulchandani

Barclays-PB is an active manager which uses quantitative, structured and index management techniques. Funds are managed using risk and return strategies ranging from enhanced index to active strategies. The firm follows a quantitative approach to systematically control risk, aiming to achieve above-benchmark returns over the long-term. They invest in a variety of instruments including hedge funds, derivatives, foreign exchange, structured products and real estate funds.

MSIM is an active manager which works to outperform the market and deliver results for their clients. The firm performs bottom-up fundamental research to analyze the industries and companies in which they invest.

JPMIB-UK is a conservative manager which focuses on long-term capital preservation and appreciation. They incorporate a forward-looking macroeconomic view of world markets in their asset allocation process, tailoring their investment approach to each clients' profile. The firm utilizes proprietary analytic tools to construct portfolios from a variety of asset classes, integrating risk management and tactical rebalancing in their investment process. JPMIB-UK distributes products managed both within the parent group and externally. They use an open architecture approach, targeting 'best of breed' third-party products for alternative investments such as hedge funds and private equity, where manager performances vary significantly.