Kerry Blum, global head of the Equity Strategy Group at Goldman Sachs Asset & Wealth Management, delves into managing risk amid rising volatility. Topics include strategies like collars for non-executive investors, navigating market highs with clients, implications of the IPO market restart, and analyzing recent S&P performance and market watch areas.
Wealthy clients collaborate to customize portfolios and manage concentrated equity positions for overall balance.
Investors adjust strategies with collars and other options to mitigate volatility and capitalize on market conditions.
Deep dives
Strategic Portfolio Tailoring for Wealth Management Clients
Wealth management clients collaborate with the equity structuring group to customize their investment portfolios by strategically allocating capital. Clients, including founders of public companies and venture capital recipients, seek assistance in managing concentrated equity positions, which can significantly impact their overall balance sheets. Despite the potential wealth creation from concentrated equity, its volatility compared to market indexes poses risks. Discussions often revolve around sales plans for executives at public companies to achieve liquidity goals amidst the market's all-time highs.
Diversification and Wealth Preservation Strategies Amid Market Dynamics
Clients not tied to public company executive roles adjust investment strategies dynamically to capitalize on market conditions, utilizing options like collars to hedge positions and mitigate volatility. Recent shifts, such as rising interest rates and increased call option demand, present clients with opportunities for enhanced returns. Planning discussions emphasize trust and estate planning alongside wealth creation events, enabling clients to navigate block sales more effectively in a high-demand environment.
Amid market highs, how are factors like rates and market volatility pushing top investors to shift their portfolio strategy? Kerry Blum, global head of the Equity Structuring Group in Goldman Sachs Asset & Wealth Management, discusses managing risk in today’s markets.