Wealth & Asset Management Awards 2024

exposure to commodities with stronger sustainability profiles, ultimately promoting an environmentally conscious investment space. The firm has remained well-poised to respond to investor demand in recent years as more turn to commodities to benefit from inflation protection, portfolio diversification, and liquid real assets exposure. It is one of the leading forces in the commodities space, providing security against market volatility through experience-backed active and discretionary management. Historically, commodities have proven a reliable source of protection against inflation and unexpected spikes. Gresham’s reputation for excellence is not solely bolstered by its knowledge and expertise, but also a strong, companywide belief in addressing client queries thoroughly and reporting transparently, fostering trust between investors and the team. It considers this transparency vital to ensuring productive and sustainable partnerships. This trust and dedication to satisfaction also permeates Gresham’s internal culture, which the leadership describes as “collaborative and engaging.” They go on to say that “given the smaller size of the firm, we prioritise our personnel’s cross-training within teams, proactivity in problem solving, and celebrating accomplishments of the firm and members of staff.” Forecasting 2024, the leadership believes that another inflationary surge may loom as central banks begin to reverse the rate hikes seen in 2022–2023. While central banks have kept recession narrowly at bay and Diversified Commodity Investment Management Company of the Year 2024 avoiding disorderly repricing of financial assets, it is Gresham’s opinion that the potential for prolonged crises is a question of political expediency. “The trajectory of global debt and the associated servicing costs remain precarious, and any economic slowdown will compound the problem and result in rapid deterioration in debt ratios. This, in turn, will provide added incentive for central banks to cut rates sooner rather than later.” Despite the recent calming of inflation, Gresham urges investors to consider it “a dormant force rather than a spent one.” The team advises that investors address structural underweights against the benchmarks for commodities and precious metals, which is likely to prove an effective way to combat the effects of another inflation surge. Gresham Investment Management maintains a superb reputation by managing $7.1 billion for a wide range of clients with expertise, diligence, and consistently performing strategies. Clients enjoy knowledgeable service and an advanced knowledge of commodities futures and alternative markets. The firm’s cutting-edge quantitative trading models comprise a platform that’s weathered many a financial storm and yielded consistent returns throughout. Contact: Quinn Cullum Email Address: [email protected] Company: Gresham Investment Management Web Address: www.greshamllc.com

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