Mackenzie appoints chief economist

Mackenzie Financial has appointed Todd Mattina as chief economist and strategist, asset allocation team.

In this role, he will support the firm’s asset allocation solutions by building proprietary valuation models and assessing macroeconomic conditions and their impact on global markets. Mattina will also deliver macroeconomic insights on Mackenzie Investments’ behalf.

He previously served in progressively senior roles with the International Monetary Fund, including two years as deputy division chief, fiscal operations. Prior to that, he served as portfolio manager, global tactical asset allocation, with the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board.

“Having worked with Todd at the CPP Investment Board, I consider him one of the finest economists in the market with a strong ability to link macroeconomic research with the financial markets,” says Alain Bergeron, senior vice-president and head, Mackenzie asset allocation team. “I am happy to be joining forces with him again and proud to have him on my team.”

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