Investment Strategy & Economics Team

Dr Shane Oliver PhD, BA (Hons) (Ec), ASIA
Head of Investment Strategy & Chief Economist

As head of the Investment Strategy & Economics team, Dr Oliver is responsible for formulating investment policy for AMP Capital Investors’ diversified investment funds; providing economic forecasts and analysis of key variables and issues affecting, or likely to affect, financial markets. Dr. Oliver is a regular media commentator on major economic and investment market issues. He has extensive experience analysing the relative return outlook for different investment markets and their relationship to the investment cycle.

Bob Cunneen BEc, MAppFin, MSc
Senior Australian Economist, Listed Assets

Bob is responsible for analysing and forecasting the Australian economy as well as global bond and currency markets. In his capacity as Senior Australian Economist he is a regular media commentator on major economic and investment market issues. Bob was previously the Senior Investment Advisor for AMP Capital’s Australian and Global Fixed Interest team. He has over 15 years experience in Australian financial markets encompassing such roles as International Economist, Deputy Currency Manager and Bond & Currency Strategist.

Alan Jacobs BA (Hons) (Ec)
Senior International Economist

Alan is the Senior Economist/Strategist for Asia-Pacific and Emerging Markets. He is responsible for providing accurate international forecasts to AMP Capital’s decision-makers. This includes recommending investment weightings and country allocations; guidance on global economic and market trends; and assessing the impact of global developments on the region's prospects. Alan has been integral in the development and enhancement of AMP Capital Investors’ forecasting systems for international economic growth, inflation, interest rates and profits. He has several years’ experience with a number of major banks in economic forecasting and market analysis.

Nader Naeimi BCom (Actuarial and Fin), MCom (Fin), Dip TA (ATAA)
Senior Investment Strategist

Nader is responsible for asset allocation modelling and development, tactical asset allocation, market timing and portfolio management. Nader specialises in quantitative research and analysis, with a particular strength in optimisation techniques, risk management and derivative modelling. Nader has worked for a number of financial institutions in providing quantitative and analytical services to support the asset management function.