Finance Monthly Global Awards 2018 Edition

Usman Ahmed Managing Director, Investments Usman is responsible for the active management of over USD 1.3 billion across fixed income, equity, money market and global macro strategies. His expertise is derived from 18 years of experience in the asset management industry, working with various product classes. Prior to joining Emirates NBD Asset Management in May 2010, Usman was a Director at Mashreq Capital in the UAE, where his team managed fixed income portfolios. In that role he was responsible for the bank’s liquidity book and Fixed Income proprietary trading book, which included the long/short credit book. He also co- managed three public funds, which delivered strong returns. Usman began his career as a Credit Analyst at TCH Asset Management (USA). He has since served in the capacity of both Portfolio Manager and Director of Research. He holds an MBA from the University of Miami (1999) and is a CFA Charter holder. Usman regularly provides broadcast and print media commentary for channels and titles including CNBC Arabiya and The National (UAE). country Portfolio management Emirates NBD Asset Management delivers tailor-made portfolio management solutions, developed according to client-driven guidelines, across asset classes and geographies. The bespoke offering is designed to suit each client’s individual objectives and risk appetites, and can be offered on either a discretionary or non-discretionary basis. Clients The asset manager of choice for institutional clients, while still retaining a product suite that caters to the wholesale market. The Company’s portfolios are managed by a veteran team of specialized fund managers, while an increasingly innovative product offering continues to drive growth by adding new markets and client segments. The fund range serves both institutional and individual clients, ranging from pension funds, family offices and UHNWIs to medium-to-high income private investors. Clients are based across the MENA region, seeking professional and trusted financial services. All regional funds are managed in house, through an investment process that has demonstrated a long and successful track record. For clients seeking exposure to specialized international portfolios, funds are co-managed with blue-chip global partners including Jupiter Asset Management and UTI International. Funds •Equity Equity funds are actively managed to take advantage of price distortions and opportunities for gains. A thorough investment process deploys the tangible knowledge of the Dubai- based team, who travel across the region for a truly on-the-ground presence. A robust investment infrastructure provides strong risk controls for internationally regulated funds that appeal to global investors considering the Middle East. Emirates NBD Asset Management’s Equity funds have consistently outperformed market cycles, achieving alpha of around 5% per annum over regional indices. The funds provide a high level of income, with regular dividend distribution of 4-5%. •Fixed Income Fixed Income funds aim to achieve high income levels coupled with strong capital growth. With sustained dividend payments of 4-5% annually and annual returns of 6% since inception, the portfolio has consistently outperformed its indices. A highly diverse product offering is spread across MENA bonds, emerging market corporate debt, global Sukuk and traditional money markets, with funds domiciled in both Luxembourg and Jersey. The Fixed Income funds are actively managed by a highly experienced and specialized team who are committed to maximizing returns and minimizing risk. •Global Multi-Asset Emirates NBD Asset Management has developed a set of long-term strategic partnerships with leading global players, all selected after an exhaustive due diligence process. The Global Multi-Asset funds reduce volatility by asset class and manager diversification, while catering to a wide range of risk appetites. Direct and indirect global investments have achieved medium and long-term capital growth and have successfully combined a multi- manager approach with an active, risk-aware and long-term investment ethos. •Real Estate ENBD REIT (CEIC) Limited is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that was formed by Emirates NBD Asset Management to invest in a diversified portfolio of Shari’a compliant real estate, with a primary focus on the UAE. Comparable to a mutual fund, the REIT allows investors to acquire ownership in real estate assets, generating a regular dividend income stream derived from income on properties as well as capital appreciation of the underlying assets and increases in the value of the equity. The REIT is traded on Nasdaq Dubai under ticker symbol ‘ENBDREIT’. Contact Details Emirates NBD Asset Management Limited 8th floor, East Wing, The Gate Building Dubai International Financial Centre PO Box 506578 Dubai, UAE T: +971 4509 3010 E: assetmanagement@emiratesnbd.com Finance Monthly Global Awards 2017 www.finance-monthly.com 97 UAE