Kari Vatanen

Kari Vatanen, head of Asset Allocation and Alternatives at Elo, one of Finland's largest pension funds, discusses the evolving landscape of investing. He highlights the significance of hedge funds and illiquid assets in portfolio diversification amidst market uncertainties. Vatanen shares insights on Elo's asset allocation strategy, emphasizing a balanced 60-40 portfolio approach. The conversation also touches on the challenges of valuing illiquid assets and the need for transparency and collaboration in asset management, especially during inflationary periods.