François-Xavier Adam

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Director, Multi Asset Solutions @ BMO Global Asset Management
Montreal, QC, CA
François-Xavier Adam's Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Canada
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About François-Xavier Adam

I am a motivated individual with strong quantitative skills and extensive knowledge of portfolio construction, asset allocation, macroeconomic analysis and risk management techniques. I have a great interest in designing, implementing and monitoring scalable active strategies targeting asset classes, sectors, geographical regions, as well as investment styles; based on fundamental, macroeconomic, behavioural and risk factors. I am looking to constantly innovate, not willing to accept the status quo. The last 15 years, as a quantitative analyst, director of quantitative research and systematic portfolio manager, made me a team leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who learn from colleagues' experience and highly value mentoring. My background in both economics and econometrics have allowed me to become an efficient problem solver with high capacity for work and excellent research abilities, with attention for details and constant research of applied solutions.If you are interested in working with an upstanding and dedicated team leader with extensive experience in quantitative investment business and research, email me at adamfx@gmail.com (I am open to relocate)I'm always up for a chat so feel free to get in touch!Specialities: Cross Asset Risk Premia, Asset Allocation, Portfolio Construction, Portfolio Optimization, Macroeconomic Analysis & Research, Flow Analysis, Vested Data, MATLAB, Python, R, eViews, Bloomberg API, Murex, DataStream, Fred/Alfred.

François-Xavier Adam's Current Company Details
BMO Global Asset Management

Bmo Global Asset Management

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Director, Multi Asset Solutions
Montreal, QC, CA
Website:
bmogam.com
Employees:
531
François-Xavier Adam Work Experience Details
  • Bmo Global Asset Management
    Director, Multi Asset Solutions
    Bmo Global Asset Management
    Montreal, Qc, Ca
  • Fiera Capital
    Portfolio Manager, Multi-Asset Class Solutions
    Fiera Capital May 2024 - Present
    Montreal, Quebec, Ca
    Leads MACS Team
  • Bmo Global Asset Management - Canada
    Director, Pm, Multi Asset Solutions
    Bmo Global Asset Management - Canada Mar 2019 - May 2024
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    I designed and implemented advanced portfolio construction and optimization techniques. I took a leadership role in improving investment and portfolio construction processes in terms of structure, robustness, sophistication, replicability and automation. I extensively researched complete suite of long only equity risk factors based on Barra methodology with focus on downside protection, relative valuation, and Business Cycle exposure. I successfully built 2 enhanced-SMA solutions (Balanced and Equity Growth) combining single names and ETF completion portfolio. I also developed and implemented peer tracking methodology including advanced variable selection process. I researched risk budgeting methodologies for asset allocation purposes. I worked extensively in developing in-house CMAs’ methodology including implementation of variance-covariance forecasting. I developed a complete suite of macro/market regime indicators including Business Cycle, Inflation Cycle, Risk Appetite, Credit Condition Cycle and Recession Probability; with application to Tactical Asset Allocation, country, sector and style/rotation. I extensively researched alternative risk premia strategies in the context of completion portfolio covering cross-asset momentum, value, carry and downside protection. I implemented ML-based fair value methodologies for various assets.
  • Caisse De Dépôt Et Placement Du Québec (Cdpq)
    Portfolio Manager, Tactical Group
    Caisse De Dépôt Et Placement Du Québec (Cdpq) Nov 2014 - Jul 2018
    Montréal, Québec, Ca
    I researched, designed and implemented systematic cross asset core-satellite strategies based on risk premia, multi-layer TAA and specific asset-based components (ex. multi-layer FX strategy). With a monthly investment horizon, this multi-billion long-short portfolio covers 40+ assets including country equity indices, bonds, FX-DM, FX-EM and commodities. This pure alpha portfolio’s objective is to provide an uncorrelated stable rent under both absolute and marginal VaR contribution constraints, it relies on advanced portfolio construction methodologies.Key tools used: Object Oriented Matlab, Bloomberg API, OECD Vested Data, Fred/Alfred, Murex.Key Topics: Cross Asset Risk Premia, Asset Allocation, Portfolio Construction, Portfolio Optimization, Effective Number of Bets, Cluster Risk Parity, Macroeconomic Analysis & Research, Flow Analysis, Cross Asset Alpha.
  • Caisse De Dépôt Et Placement Du Québec (Cdpq)
    Director - Quantitative Research, Overlay Team
    Caisse De Dépôt Et Placement Du Québec (Cdpq) Dec 2011 - Nov 2014
    Montréal, Québec, Ca
    I designed and implemented systematic multi-asset CTA strategy. This cross-asset momentum model is based on 20 liquid futures contracts and forwards including stock, bonds, commodities and currencies. I directly managed a team of 4 quantitative analysts with alpha generation and productivity improvement dual mandates.Key tools used: Matlab, Bloomberg API, Murex.Key Topics: CTA, Maximum Diversification, ERC, Cross Asset Alpha, Dynamic Cross Asset Pairs Trading, Adaptive VIX Carry, Sentiment.
  • Caisse De Dépôt Et Placement Du Québec (Cdpq)
    Portfolio Manager - Currency
    Caisse De Dépôt Et Placement Du Québec (Cdpq) Aug 2007 - Dec 2011
    Montréal, Québec, Ca
    I designed, implemented and adjusted systematic G10 currency strategies based on behavioral and technical factors. I oversight implementation of trade ideas within pure alpha managed mandates with strong emphasis on position management. Key tools used: Matlab, Bloomberg API, Murex.Key Topics: Model Averaging, Implied Volatility Fair Value, Risk Budgeting, Cross Asset Alpha
  • Montrusco Bolton
    Senior Quantitative Analyst
    Montrusco Bolton Oct 2005 - Jul 2007
    Montreal, Quebec, Ca
    I designed, implemented and adjusted portfolio optimization models for asset mix purposes. I oversight implementation of trade ideas within pure alpha managed mandates with strong emphasis on position management. I identify and analyze major shifts and trends in hedge fund industry. As part of my daily duties, I closely co-managed a team of 4 traders.Key tools used: R, Bloomberg API, Microsoft Excel.Key Topics: Market Positioning, TAA, Portfolio Optimization.
  • Cibc Asset Management
    Quantitative Analyst
    Cibc Asset Management Oct 2004 - Oct 2005
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    I designed a quantitatively driven, market neutral pairs trading model for Russell 3000 universe, based on fundamental, quantitative and technical filters. I provided trade ideas for enhanced indexed portfolio, benchmarked on S&P 500. Key tools used: eViews, Bloomberg API, Microsoft Excel.Key Topics: Stock Pairs Trading.
  • Cibc Asset Management
    Currency Market Analyst
    Cibc Asset Management Apr 2002 - Oct 2004
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    I assumed implementation of currency strategies across all funds in the business lines. I acted as intermediary between currency manager and counterparties. I provided up-to-date market information to currency manager. Key tools used: Microsoft Excel, Bloomberg.Key Topics: FX Trading, FX Portfolio Management, FX Alpha.

François-Xavier Adam Skills

Derivatives Bloomberg Hedge Funds Financial Markets Portfolio Management Fixed Income Equities Fx Options Options Asset Managment Financial Modeling Market Risk Quantitative Finance Trading Global Macro Commodity Asset Management Bonds Investments Alternative Investments Asset Allocation Matlab Currency Technical Analysis Python Econometrics Economics Quantitative Analytics Risk Management Capital Markets Foreign Exchange Trading Leadership Design Thinking Communication Personal Branding Personal Development Life Skills Decision Making Public Speaking Prototyping Backtesting

François-Xavier Adam Education Details

  • Université De Montréal
    Université De Montréal
    Econometrics
  • Université De Montréal
    Université De Montréal
    Economics

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François-Xavier Adam works for Bmo Global Asset Management

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François-Xavier Adam's current role is Director, Multi Asset Solutions.

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François-Xavier Adam attended Université De Montréal, Université De Montréal.

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