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EPISODE · Jan 24, 2025 · 51 MIN

#74 Rico Blaser, Vestr - Unlocking the Potential of Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs)

from Alt Funds Network · host Rico Blaser, Skyler Steinke, Mike Schroeder

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: [email protected]: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUS 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Rico Blaser:Website: https://www.vestr.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricoblaser/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Rico Blaser and Vestor00:55 Understanding Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs)02:58 The Structure and Benefits of AMCs06:35 Global Issuance and Jurisdictional Nuances10:39 Cost and Setup of AMCs19:35 Vestr's Role and Technology Platform25:59 Managing Indexes and Tranches on the Platform26:44 Service Providers and Legal Considerations28:37 Reporting and Customization Features31:51 AMC vs ETF: Key Differences35:11 Market Making and Liquidity43:03 Global Trends and Jurisdictions49:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.

Background: Rico Blaser has more than 20 years of experience in the financial industry, both on the buy- and sell-side, working as a prop trader and derivatives trader at well-known US and European banks. He is passionate about applying technology to make financial institutions more efficient, which led him to create Vestr. Description: In this episode, we sit down with Rico Blaser, a seasoned financial industry expert, to explore the intricacies and advantages of Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs). Rico, with over 20 years of experience in prop trading and derivatives at major U.S. and European banks, delves into the technology-driven efficiencies his company, Vestr, brings to managing structured products. We cover the fundamental differences between AMCs and traditional funds, the operational mechanics, regulatory considerations, and the evolving landscape for these investment vehicles globally. Whether you're an institutional asset manager or a curious investor, this discussion provides a comprehensive overview of AMCs and their future direction.

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