People moves: Henderson boosts currency presence

Independent asset manager Henderson Global Investors has announced the hiring of an established FX team, a move it says that recognises the importance of currency as an asset.

Independent asset manager Henderson Global Investors has announced the hiring of an established FX team, a move it says that recognises the importance of currency as an asset.

Headed by Bob Arends, the team reports to Mitesh Sheth, Henderson’s deputy head of fixed income, and comprises Dennis van den Bosch, Bernd Kraan, Brieuc de Hults and Jill Rootsaert. It was previously at the investment banking arm of Fortis.

“In a climate where available leverage is expensive, correlations are high and liquidity is at a premium, the opportunity for currency as an asset class in its own right will be advantageous in 2009 and beyond.

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