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Michael Cook
Deputy Portfolio Manager
PhD in Astrophysics from SISSA (Italy); MSci in Physics with Astronomy (University of Nottingham).
Having spent over fifteen years in investment teams spanning both systematic and fundamental investing, Mike has a wealth of experience in Quantitative Analysis, Data Science and Investment Operations.
Before joining M&G investments, Michael worked as the Head of Data and Analytics at Kernow Asset Management, and prior to this, he worked within the Advantage team at Lazard Asset Management, focusing on equity research across all major global regions. Previously, he was a Quantitative Analyst at Man AHL, focusing principally on incorporating alternative data within systematic investment processes. Michael began his career in finance at Lloyds Banking Group, independently valuing exotic cross-asset derivatives.