Leda Braga-led Systematica applies science and technology to the investment process. It offers a number of distinctive strategies, including trend-following and quantitative equity investing in both traditional hedge fund vehicles as well as liquid alternatives.
As of 1 October 2015, Systematica managed assets worth approximately $8.8bn for a diverse global client base which includes pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, and high net worth individuals. It has offices in Geneva, London, New York, Singapore, and Jersey.
AMG chairman and CEO Sean M. Healey said: "With an outstanding long-term investment track record and tremendous expertise in systematic trading and managed future strategies, Systematica is widely regarded as an industry leader by the most sophisticated clients worldwide.
"Through our partnership with Systematica, AMG is adding a highly-differentiated array of new strategies to our industry-leading return-oriented product set. We are very pleased to welcome Leda Braga, one of the world’s leading hedge fund managers, and her partners to our Affiliate group, and we look forward to working closely with the team."
Systematica also provides quantitative equity investing in both traditional hedge fund vehicles as well as liquid alternatives.
The acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of this year.
Upon completion of the acquisition, Systematica’s senior management will continue to hold a majority stake in the business and direct its day-to-day operations.
