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Every Wednesday I post a collection of open jobs. Please tag, share and comment for amplification! (I am also available and looking😁) Lead Digital Product Manager - Allstate https://lnkd.in/g8HV5jQ5 Director, US Marketing - L'Oréal https://lnkd.in/ghkWemyg Manager, Consumer and Commercial Communications - Hilton https://lnkd.in/gRn3igVa VP Brand Strategy & Creative - DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse https://lnkd.in/gHtQHba9 Content Creator (Social Media) - Manchester United https://lnkd.in/eTuKU4k5 Junior Content Creator (Editorial) - Manchester United https://lnkd.in/eBYAQa9K Junior Content Creator (Photography) - Manchester United https://lnkd.in/edfSpFBR Senior Director, Head of Product, Gaming IP - the LEGO Group https://lnkd.in/gkCRVtw8 Broadcast Planning & Production Strategy - National Basketball Association (NBA) https://lnkd.in/gt__XfAx Senior Communications Planner - Expedia Group https://lnkd.in/gbXfbC64 Sr. Creative Marketing Manager - Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios https://lnkd.in/gpd-HHCS Content Manager Social Media - PGA TOUR https://lnkd.in/gDNA8WTB VP, Integrated Marketing - Front Office Sports https://lnkd.in/gw-i3e-f Senior Global Marketing Producer - 2K https://2kgam.es/3XeKmoo Director, Internal Communictions - Anheuser-Busch https://lnkd.in/ejsWGqq2 Director, Global Marketing Strategy - Pixar Animation Studios https://lnkd.in/gGak_Q6w Director of Product Marketing - OpenTable https://lnkd.in/g2BsvHfD Social Media Coordinator - Tampa Bay Lightning https://lnkd.in/gWGRtYts Corporate Communications Manager - Zillow https://lnkd.in/gUvnBEP7 Director of Digital Marketing - TOMS https://lnkd.in/gUiytDif Global Partnership Marketing Manager - Uber https://lnkd.in/gVZiC_5c Social Media Manager - New York Mets https://lnkd.in/eNuU4Ghi Senior Integrated Marketing Manager - T-Mobile https://lnkd.in/gnVPrzkm Senior Product Marketing Manager - Microsoft https://lnkd.in/gHWg7vcM Celebrity Team Live Operation Manager - TikTok https://lnkd.in/gFqwFpif Manager, Brand & Creative Strategy - TIME https://lnkd.in/e98QrPrs Sr. Manager, Internal Communications - SoundCloud https://lnkd.in/ejsX-iFe Assistant Vice President, Marketing - NFL Players Association https://lnkd.in/e5w-_xQp

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Hedge funds are increasingly focusing on the commodities market as a strategic area of growth, driven by the volatility and profit potential in sectors like natural gas and crude oil. The recent departures of four key energy traders from Millennium highlights a broader trend within the industry. As traditional equity markets face uncertainty, commodities have become a crucial area where hedge funds are seeking to maximize returns. Since the disruption caused by global events, such as Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, has only heightened the opportunities in this space, leading to significant profits. For instance, Millennium earned $600 million from commodities last year alone, with natural gas playing a major role. This shift towards commodities is reshaping hedge fund strategies, firms such as Citadel, Point72, Balyasny Asset Management L.P. are all aiming to capitalise on market fluctuations and the evolving energy landscape. As more talent moves within the industry, we can expect to see continued innovation and competition in the commodities space. #Finance #HedgeFunds #Commodities #EnergyTrading

Paloma Partners Management Company, a multistrategy hedge fund, has appointed Pei Ng, a former executive from Brevan Howard Asset Management, as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ng will succeed Ted Hagan, the current CFO, who is set to retire. At Brevan Howard, Ng held a finance role and reported to the global CFO, Duke Dayal. This hiring is part of a recent wave of CFO changes at prominent hedge funds, including Millennium Management and Point72 Asset Management. For those who don't know Paloma Partners is renowned for investing significant capital in various investment teams and supporting prominent hedge fund managers such as The D. E. Shaw Group, LMR Partners, and others.

Come join me at the ShopTalk Chicago. #missionpossiblewithshoptalk  Read the speaker announcement here: https://hubs.la/Q02M3Rgp0 #retailtech #retailinnovation #retailevents #groceryshop #grocery #RetailMarketing #Ecommerce #SupplyChain #InStore #RetailEvent #EventMarketing #CommunityEngagement #RetailInnovations

HSBC Holdings is exploring the possibility of selling its South African assets as it shifts its focus toward Asian markets. Banks from South Africa, China, and the UAE have shown interest in acquiring their South African branch and securities operations, though no agreement has been reached yet. HSBC, which has been active in South Africa since 1995, primarily engages in international markets, global banking, and commercial banking in the region. However, If the sale goes through, it would signify their exit from sub-Saharan Africa, and align more with the bank's recent strategy under CEO Georges Elhedery to simplify operations and prioritise growth in Asia, following similar divestments in France and Canada.

Vanguard, M&G Investments, and RBC BlueBay Asset Management, are sticking to their belief that Japan’s central bank will raise interest rates again soon, even though many in the market are becoming more doubtful. Vanguard has increased its bets against Japanese government bonds, expecting a rate hike by the end of the year. M&G Investment is also betting against these bonds and is optimistic about the yen strengthening. RBC BlueBay Asset Management holds a negative view on Japanese bonds, as they continue to dump Japan’s 10-year sovereign bonds anticipating rates will rise early next year. Most of the market now sees only a 34% chance of another rate hike, down from 63% earlier. This change came after weak economic data from the U.S. and signals from Japan’s central bank that they might pause rate increases if the markets are shaky. Despite recent losses, Vanguard, M&G Investments, and RBC BlueBay Asset Management are holding firm on their predictions, believing that Japan’s central bank will likely raise rates again, possibly as soon as January. If their predictions are correct, this could result in a stronger yen and higher returns on Japanese bonds.

Caxton Associates, a London-based investment firm, made around $270 million in profits in early August by making smart bets on U.S. government debt and the Japanese yen. Their success came during a time when global markets were very unstable due to worries that the U.S. central bank wasn't cutting interest rates fast enough to help a slowing economy. One of their key strategies was betting that short-term U.S. government bonds would do better than long-term ones, a move that paid off as investors began to expect rapid interest rate cuts. They also made money from a bet on the Japanese yen, which increased in value against the U.S. dollar as investors adjusted their positions. Overall, the Macro fund, which focuses on big-picture economic trends, is up 9.9% this year, while their Global fund is up 5.2%. 

Trends in CEO Leadership Hiring: A Shift in Pace Over the last several quarters, we've seen a sustained increase in demand for CEO leadership—companies are prioritizing strong leadership more than ever. However, there’s an interesting shift happening: businesses are taking more time to assess candidates before making final decisions. In fact, over the past three quarters, the time from candidate identification to placement has increased by 32%, stretching from 90 days to 119 days. This marks the longest hiring timeline we've observed in our dataset to date. This trend reflects the growing importance companies place on finding the right fit for their top leadership roles, balancing urgency with diligence. As the market for CEO talent remains competitive, it's clear that thoroughness in the selection process is becoming more critical than ever. #LeadershipTrends #CEOHiring #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipDevelopment #TalentAcquisition #ROMAHired

Citi has lifted the bonus limits for its top UK bankers and traders, aligning with similar moves by competitors like J.P. Morgan and Barclays. Under the revised policy, key employees, known as "material risk takers," can now receive bonuses up to six times their base salary, a significant increase from the previous cap of twice their fixed pay. This change follows the UK's removal of the EU-imposed bonus cap, part of efforts to bolster London’s status as a global financial hub post-Brexit. Unlike some of its competitors, Citi will not substantially increase base salaries but will reduce its reliance on role-based allowances, which were previously used to circumvent bonus caps. The bank's decision reflects a strategic adjustment to remain competitive in the evolving financial landscape, ensuring it can attract and retain top talent. Overall, Citi believes these changes will reinforce its performance-driven compensation model while adapting to the new regulatory environment. The move highlights a broader industry trend of financial institutions reviewing their pay structures to maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly changing market.