Man’s Desmyter on what asset allocators want today.

Man Group, the world's largest listed hedge fund, is adapting its structure and approach to meet the changing priorities of asset allocators. Clients now prioritize market complexity, technology, and customized solutions. Man Group has invested heavily in technology and employs a large number of quants and technologists. The firm's solutions business, which offers customized investment options, has been a major driver of its growth. Man Group is divided into three main areas: systematic, discretionary, and solutions. The firm continues to prioritize technology and investment in order to maintain its edge in the industry. The CEO of Man Group, Sandy Desmyter, discusses various topics in an interview, including the impact of the pandemic on the financial sector, the attractiveness of the UK equity market, investor appetite for credit, and the use of artificial intelligence in the industry. Desmyter emphasizes the importance of managing counterparty risk and maintaining a strong company culture. He expresses confidence in Man Group's position in the market but acknowledges the need to avoid jeopardizing what is working well. [Extracted from the article]