Why 2017 Will Be the Year of the Active Manager

The video discusses the shift from passive to active management in financial markets, emphasizing the need for aggressive strategies due to market volatility and political changes. It highlights the importance of performance in retaining clients and the potential for active managers to capitalize on market opportunities. The discussion also covers the impact of the Volcker Rule on liquidity and the challenges faced by passive funds in adapting to changing market conditions.

How has the role of central banks influenced market conditions in recent years?

What challenges do hedge funds face in the current market environment?

What factors are contributing to the pressure on hedge fund managers to perform?

What lessons can be learned from the performance of low volatility funds in the past year?

In what ways can active managers capitalize on market volatility?