Kempen's new Nordic lead calls for diversification and overcoming domestic biases

The recent hire of Thomas Poulsen is part of the Dutch manager's ambition to grow in Europe. But the Nordic region has taken to some of its products already, while the Dutch system of fiduciary management can be a great idea generator going forward, Kempen's new Nordic lead and institutional client head explain in an interview with AMWatch.

Loes Wingens & Thomas Poulsen, Kempen Capital Management | Photo: PR / Kempen Capital Management

by MIRZA GAZIC

Dutch asset manager Kempen Capital Management has growth ambitions for its business in Europe. One of the areas where it wants to use its expertise and gain a stronger foothold is the Nordic market.

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