Show Notes
How are data and AI reshaping the future of active investing?
Markets are moving faster than ever. AI is changing how investment managers research, think and ultimately make decisions — and the edge lies in knowing how to use it.
In this episode of In The Know, Magellan’s Head of Distribution, Asia Pacific, Mark Burgess is joined by Rob Franklin, Research Manager at Vinva Investment Management, to unpack the evolution of AI in investment research, the growing importance of alternative data and why human judgement remains critical in navigating changing market regimes.
Rob also shares insights into how Vinva combines disciplined, systematic processes with technology-driven innovation to build diversified portfolios in an increasingly competitive investment landscape.
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