Niklas Gärtner

Niklas Gärtner is a Senior Analyst at FTSE Russell, an LSEG Business, since November 2021, where notable achievements include the development of passive strategies for funds exceeding £50 billion AUM and significant improvements in product simulation times through the construction of a Python research platform. Previously, Niklas held roles as an Intern in the CIO-Office at Deka Investment and as a Portfolio Management Intern at Hansen & Heinrich AG, where contributions included programming a sentiment indicator for tactical asset allocation and developing an ESG screening tool. Additionally, Niklas co-founded and served as Chief Editor of The Desk Newsletter, a publication aimed at informing peers about financial markets. A background in finance is supported by a Bachelor of Business Administration from Hult International Business School, completed in April 2021.