The Manager Mix – Alternatives: Claire Smith of Schroders



In this new episode of The Manager Mix, host Laura Dew speaks with Claire Smith, head of private assets sales at Schroders, to discuss semi-liquid global private equity.
Tune in as they examine:
- The biggest misconceptions about global private equity;
- How the asset class differs from public markets;
- How private equity fares when volatility is high;
- The benefits private equity brings for companies and investors.

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