ETFS
Bipan Rai
BMO Global Asset Management
About Bipan
Bipan Rai joined BMO Global Asset Management in 2024 and currently serves as head of ETF Strategy, delivering strategic research for the ETF and structured solutions team. He is highly regarded for his macroeconomic insights as well as his knowledge of market structure for various asset classes. His focus is on fundamental macro research and the implications for the ETF market place, including economic, monetary and fiscal policy analysis alongside developments in funding and liquidity. Prior to joining BMO GAM, Bipan spent 13 years as a top-ranked strategist at a large Canadian dealer. He has won several awards for his research from various publications (Greenwich Survey, Bloomberg) and is a regular contributor to global business media outlets (BNN/Bloomberg, CNBC, WSJ). He holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business at York University and a Bachelor of Engineering degree (Aerospace Engineering) from Toronto Metropolitan University.
Bipan's Videos
What is currency hedging, and why does it matter? Head of ETF strategy, Bipan Rai, and senior associate, Zayla Saunders, take a deep dive into currency risk and how it can impact your portfolio. In this session, we uncover the two main factors to take into account when considering hedged versus unhedged ETFs, and how you can implement these in your portfolio for long-term success.