The European asset management platform of Mediolanum Banking Group, Mediolanum International Funds Ltd (MIFL) has hired Daniel Loughney as its new head of fixed income.
With over 30 years’ experience in the industry working for leading international asset managers, most recently as senior fixed income portfolio manager at Border to Coast Pension Group, and before that as Senior Vice President at AllianceBernstein Asset Management for over ten years, he brings a deep understanding of market trends and valuations drivers across asset classes.
Based in Dublin, Loughney will lead a growing team of investment professionals and be responsible for the internally managed fixed-income strategies.
He brings his expertise actively contributing also to the definition of the macro view of the Investment Committee, which will be the base of strategic and tactical investment decisions for all funds including the multi-manager strategies.
His focus will be in continuing to deliver superior quality of performance, expanding the team skills and competencies and helping the creation of innovative, client-oriented investment solutions.
He will report to Brian O’Reilly, head of market strategy, while also working closely with Christophe Jaubert, MIFL’s chief investment officer.
Loughney succeeds Charles Diebel who made significant contributions to the fixed-income and broader investment team. He will continue to contribute in an advisory capacity.
Daniel Loughney, MIFL’s head of fixed income said: "I believe that Mediolanum’s constant investment in talent and technology, its diverse product lineup, and its strong customer-centric focus will drive future growth and success and are also the main reasons driving my decision to join the organisation. I’m looking forward to contributing to MIFL's continued success, aiming to exceed client expectations across the entire spectrum of strategies."
Brian O’Reilly said: “We are delighted to have Daniel join our team in Dublin. I have no doubt he will be a great asset to our firm as we continue to grow and serve our customers. Daniel brings with him a wealth of experience which will undoubtedly further enhance our capabilities and our commitment to excellence.”
