About Us
IG Group (Japan) is the Fund Advisor to the Japan Global Private Investment Trust Fund wholly managed by Mr. Jack Ota, Senior Portfolio Fund Manager. A visionary who's turned US$250 million into US$1 billion by designing and executing creative hedge fund strategies focused on XBT, XAU, and USD. The Fund operates on the ClickShoken platform utilizing Spartacus, the Fund's proprietary AI trading platform.
Jack Ota
Senior Portfolio Manager
Japan Global Private Investment Trust Fund
Expertise
Hedge Fund (XAU, XBT, USD)
Prior Experience
Senior Analyst, Lehman Brothers Asset Management
Trader, Yamaichi Securities Co., Ltd.
Background:
I joined Yamaichi Securities in the early-90s as a Trader with a BA of Economics/Finance.
Early Challenges:
The early 1990s marked a period of significant turbulence, exacerbated by poor dealings within Yamaichi Securities, culminating in staggering losses exceeding 200 billion yen. Fearing a fallout triggered by substantial losses, I transitioned to an analyst role at Lehman Brothers Asset Management in May 1995. This move provided exposure to a diverse array of investment products, including hedge funds spanning equities, fixed income, and derivatives.
Career Milestones:
By January 2001, I assumed the role of Fund Manager at JGPIT, where my tenure truly began to flourish. Spearheading a hedge fund with assets totaling US$250 million, I designed and implemented hedging strategies navigating market volatility and optimising portfolio returns. Notably, I hedged gold (XAU) exposure against USD fluctuations, laying the foundation for future success and high return on investment.
Key Market Moves:
In April 2001, amidst global geopolitical tensions, I strategically adjusted the fund's positioning to capitalize on the surge in gold prices, effectively mitigating risks associated with Japan's economic fragility. Similarly, as signs of a potential resolution to the US-Iraqi war emerged in mid-2011, I adeptly pivoted the fund's strategy, reallocating assets to capitalize on evolving market dynamics, including the burgeoning acceptance and adoption of Bitcoin (XBT).
Adaptation and Triumph:
Fast forward to August 2016, amidst shifting market conditions following geopolitical developments and macroeconomic shifts, I once again optimized the fund's exposure, capitalizing on valuation differentials between the Japanese yen (JPY), gold (XAU), and Bitcoin (XBT). Notably, amidst the seismic events of Trump's election, Macron's ascendancy in France, and the ensuing market fluctuations, the fund continued to thrive, reaching historic highs.
Present Situation:
As of May 2024, with gold trading at US$2,415.02 per ounce, the yen at JPY155.66 per US dollar, and Bitcoin at US$67,095.20 per BTC, the fund stands as a testament to the efficacy of dynamic hedging strategies and astute portfolio management in navigating the complexities of global markets.
The Future:
Given JGPIT's history of successfully navigating through turbulent market conditions and effectively utilizing dynamic hedging strategies, here's a forecast for the global market with regards to gold (XAU), the US dollar (USD), and Bitcoin (XBT):
Overall, JGPIT's track record of adapting to changing market conditions and strategically adjusting Fund's positions is expected to navigate and clear the complexities of the global market landscape whilst utilizing dynamic hedging strategies to capitalize on opportunities and manage risks effectively.