Steven Desmyter

President, Man Group
Man Institute Contributor

Steven Desmyter is President of Man Group and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee. He leads Man Group's Discretionary investment business*, comprising a diverse range of fundamental, research-driven strategies across equities, credit, and private markets. In addition, Steven oversees Man Group’s Solutions business, which provides portfolio design and asset allocation expertise to clients globally and leads the firm’s sales and marketing efforts. He also chairs the Man Group Charitable Trust.
 
Since joining Man Group in 2002, Steven has held several senior roles. He began his career at Goldman Sachs in the European Equities Division.
 
Steven represents the investment industry on several global advisory groups including the SASB and the SBAI.
 
He holds Master’s degrees in Economics and Finance from the University of Ghent and the University of Kiel, and an MBA from SDA Bocconi.

*Subject to regulatory approval.

Man Institute content contributed by Steven

What Is Fat-Free ESG?

In Focus read 6 min

What Is Fat-Free ESG?

From polarisation in the US to confusion over SFDR Articles in Europe, the investment industry risks forgetting what matters most in the ESG conversation – the client.

Stop Blaming Witchcraft: Your Portfolio Isn't Cursed

Discretionary read 7 min

Stop Blaming Witchcraft: Your Portfolio Isn't Cursed

Investors aren’t often inclined to blame bad luck for losses; many are more likely to find a villain whose actions have harmed their portfolio. With markets continuing to look challenging, perhaps it’s time to consider internal discipline rather than external forces.

For Investors, Is Punk Dead?

Discretionary read 7 min

For Investors, Is Punk Dead?

Simple, punk, DIY portfolios worked in simple times. But nothing in markets is simple any more.
View All