In a world where a Presidential tweet moves markets, how can bottom-up investors stay focused? Join CFA Scotland’s panel discussion.

Calendar
Tuesday 21 October 2025
Clock
18:00–20:30
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Auditorium, University of Edinburgh Business School

Overview

In an age where a single tweet can jolt global markets, how do bottom-up investors stay focused on fundamentals? From sudden policy U-turns to viral headlines, political volatility is increasingly hijacking long-term investment narratives, challenging analysts, fund managers, and researchers alike.

Join our expert panel as they explore how investors can maintain conviction in an unpredictable world. We'll unpack how geopolitical noise distorts stock-level decisions, what tools professionals are using to navigate the chaos, and whether “macro literacy” is now essential for even the most company-focused investors.

Agenda

Time Session
6pm Registration, tea & coffee
6.30pm Introduction and welcome
6.35pm to 7.30pm Expert panel followed by audience questions
7.30pm Networking with drinks
8.30pm Event ends

This event forms part of University of Edinburgh Business School’s ‘Business Series’ a programme of public, in-person events which bring together practitioners, staff, students and members of the Edinburgh business community around a shared topic of interest.”