Wolfe Research Names Investment Chair
February 8, 2010
Wolfe Research has named Francois Trahan vice chairman and chief investment strategist, the independent Wall Street investment research boutique announced today.
Trahan, who previously served as an executive managing director, chief investment strategist and head of quantitative research at International Strategy and Investment Group (ISI), was tapped for the executive role as a result of being the “Street’s best strategist and quant analyst,” firm Founder Ed Wolfe said in a Feb. 8 release.
“Having known Francois for a long time, I am well aware of the expertise, intellect and forthrightness he brings to his research,” Wolfe said in release. “For instance, his bearish call on housing prior to the subprime crash, as well as his push into equities before the market run-up in 2009, were spot on…[Furthermore,] I am delighted that he is joining the firm and welcome him as a partner."
Additionally, the release states that Wolfe “views the arrival of Francois Trahan as a critical first step” in the firm’s expansion to other industry groups.
Previously, both Wolfe and Trahan worked together at Bear Stearns & Co. Wolfe held a senior analyst role and most recently, Trahan was a chief investment strategist and senior managing director, the statement said.
Prior to his post at Bear Stearns, the release said Trahan also worked for Ned Davis Research and the Bank Credit Analyst Group.
“I am thrilled to be with the firm, and I look forward to helping it continue to thrive and grow." Trahan stated in the statement. “Macro research has proven to be extraordinarily important during these turbulent times. I think my understanding of the business cycle and how it affects the markets and specific stocks will allow me to further differentiate the Wolfe Research product with clients."
Currently, the “transportation and macro research” firm, which was established in 2008, offers its institutional clients “unparalleled energy” and commitment, the release said.
Calls placed to Russell Sherman, a Wolfe Research spokesperson, were not immediately returned.
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