CFA Society Indiain collaboration withCFA Institute the global association of investment professionals hosted its10th India Investment Conferencein Mumbai with the theme ofPreparing for a new normal;. The conference brought together many leading local and global investment management practitioners experts and economists to discuss the latest trends in the global investment management industry. This year conference included sessions on economic challenges global trends and disruptions portfolios for the future bad credit analysis taming uncertainty and more with practical advice for investment practitioners.

Nouriel Roubini Professor of Economics Stern School of Business New York University and Ridham Desai Managing Director Morgan Stanley discussing the key economic challenges at the 10th India Investment Conference jointly hosted by CFA Society India and CFA Institute

This is the 16^thanniversary of CFA Society India and the 10^thyear we have hosted the India Investment Conference. We started the society with 50 members and we have grown to over 3000 members this year. Our members in Indiahave been workingto build a committed and dedicated network of investment professionals who strongly believe that financemust befor thegreatestbenefit of the society and will truly abide by that principle saidNavneetMunot CFA Chairman CFA Society India and CIOSBIFunds Management Pvt. Ltd.

Sir Howard Davies Chairman Royal Bank of Scotland and Navneet Munot CFA Chairman CFA Society India CIO SBI Funds Management Ltd. discussing the Global Trends and Disruptions for Financial Institutions of Tomorrow at the 10th India Investment Conference jointly hosted by CFA Society India and CFA Institute

Nouriel Roubini Professor of Economics at Stern School of Business New York University shared his insights on global economic challenges in a session entitled Global economic challenges of our times;. He noted that the short-term outlook for advanced economies and emerging markets are mixed but there are long-term economic challenges that most countries may face. He discussed how markets may be under-pricing geopolitical risks associated with the US election in November and the toxic political environment resulting from the impeachment process. He also pointed to the escalation of tensions in the Middle East which could result in an increase in global oil prices.More pointedly he spoke of how India growth potential can be affected and increased by opening to interactions with the global economy.

Sir Howard Davies Chairman Royal Bank of Scotland shared his views on changes in the global finance industry in his presentation Global trends and disruptions for financial institutions of tomorrow;.He noted that emerging markets must manage their finances so they are not overexposed to changes in the US while balancing in a low-trend growth period following an intense period of growth. This is all coupled with significant trade creation happening outside the banking sector.

Virginie Maisonneuve CFA Former CIO Eastspring Investments spoke about the portfolios for the future in her session Portfolios for the future - The new normal is here;.She shared her views on how clients of the future will challenge their investment advisors in new ways including ESG.She gave examples of how the new generation of investors will ask managers about the carbon footprint of portfolio because they will be younger and more environmentally conscious. This will lead to a new paradigm ndash; more sustainable growth and financial inclusion wherein assessing risk will be increasingly important.

Speaking on the 10^thIndia Investment conferenceVidhuShekharCFACIPM Country head India CFA InstitutesaidWe are a big community around the world with more than 170000 CFA charterholders. This annual conference has been held every January and it is a great way to kick off the year. Weare delighted by thesuccess of our conference and having such a great line-up of speakers.

The 10th India Investment Conferencehad over 700 investment management professionals attending the event which provided them with a unique opportunity to improve their understanding of key issues that will drive investmentdecision-making. The conference featured a stellar line-up of global and Indian speakers includingSatishBetadpur CFA Managing Director Head of Investments -India State Street Global Advisors; SunilSinghania CFA FounderAbakkusAsset Management LLP;RidhamDesai Managing Director Morgan Stanley;MadhuVeeraraghavanDirector T.A.PaiManagement InstituteManipalamong others.

About CFA Society India CFA Society India (beforethe Indian Association of Investment Professionals (IAIP)was establishedin April 2005 asan association oflocal investment professionals consisting of portfolio managers security analysts investment advisors and other financial professionals. As one of the 158 CFA Institute member societies CFA Society India connects local members to a global network of investment professionals.

For more information please visitwww.cfasociety.org/india.

About CFA Institute CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals that sets the standard for professional excellence and credentials. The organisation isa champion ofethical behaviour in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community. Our aim is to create an environment where investors; interests come first markets function at their best and economies grow. There are more than 170000 CFA charterholders worldwide in 164 markets and regions. CFA Institute has 10 offices worldwide and there are 158 local member societies.

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