Jack Austern

ABF is an active, long-term, growth-oriented manager which seeks to generate high returns through active management based on fundamental analysis and continuous market research. The firm invests globally in equity, fixed-income, cash and derivatives utilizing a top-down, strategic approach to define clients' needs, risk profile and to allocate assets. They perform in-house macroeconomic analysis in collaboration with other ABN Amro offices worldwide constructing diversified portfolios after determining regional and sectoral allocations. They complement this research with company analysis and company visits. ABF's portfolio management team makes their investment decisions.

Provides banking services

Functions as a College/University

PFA-AM is an active, long-term manager which constantly focuses on monitoring and optimizing risks in their core areas of expertise and on minimizing risks where uncertainty is greater. They seek to influence companies to move in the direction of responsible value creation, aiming to ensure the highest possible long-term returns. The firm selects and deselects funds from the PFA platform, segregated accounts and across asset classes. They utilize a combination of internal and external managers, outsourcing where they think they do not have the ability to manage top performing products. They have both active and passive equity funds. PFA-AM screens and evaluates investments regularly. Activities which are in violation of PFA's standards and guidelines are entered on a focus list, dialogue is commenced and an engagement procedure is initiated to bring about a change in the company's practices.

Acts as Closed-End Investment Fund/Investment Trust