Lazard appoints co-head of emerging markets debt

Lazard Asset Management has appointed Alex Kozhemiakin as managing director and co‑head of emerging markets debt. Based in New York, Kozhemiankin will partner with Denise Simon to lead the firm’s EMD platform, and will report to Arnaud Brillois, chair of the firm’s fixed income management group. He moves from Macquarie Asset Management where he was head of emerging markets debt.

Eric Van Nostrand, Lazard's global head of markets and chief economist, said, “Lazard’s EMD platform is one of the most established and respected in the industry, and Alex’s arrival adds further depth and breadth to our capabilities. His leadership and experience come at a time when attractive valuations, improving fundamentals, and favourable market dynamics are creating compelling opportunities for investors. With Alex on board, we are doubling down on our commitment to this asset class and enhancing our ability to deliver for clients.”

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