James (Shumin) L.
About James (Shumin) L.
James (Shumin) L. is a Senior Trader and Analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in global asset allocation and has held various senior positions at notable financial institutions, including Fannie Mae, UBS, and Hony Capital.
Current Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
James (Shumin) L. has been serving as a Senior Trader/Analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 2012. In this role, he focuses on trading and analyzing financial instruments, contributing to the bank's monetary policy objectives. His expertise in financial markets aids in effective decision-making processes within the institution.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
James has held several significant positions in the financial services industry. He worked at Fannie Mae as a Senior Financial Engineer from 2000 to 2004. He then served as Vice President at Credit Suisse First Boston from 2005 to 2006. Following this, he was an Executive Director at UBS Investment Bank from 2006 to 2008 and again from 2011 to 2012. He also held the position of Managing Director at Mizuho Securities USA Inc. from 2012 to 2017 and was a Managing Director and Partner at Hony Capital from 2017 to 2021.
Educational Background
James studied at Peking University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in International Economics from 1988 to 1992. He then attended Indiana University Bloomington, achieving a Master's degree in Economics from 1994 to 1996. Additionally, he pursued further studies at Brown University, where he completed coursework towards a Master of Arts in Economics from 1996 to 1998.
Global Asset Allocation Experience
In April 2022, James began working in Singapore, focusing on global asset allocation for a single family office. His experience encompasses both public and private asset allocation, as well as traditional and alternative asset classes. This diverse background enhances his strategic approach to investment management.