John-Michael McGrath

John-Michael McGrath is an Equity Research Analyst at Polar Asset Management Partners Inc., based in San Francisco, California. In this role, he is responsible for conducting in-depth research and analysis on public equities, providing investment insights that support the firm's multi-strategy investment approach. His work contributes to portfolio construction and alpha generation within Polar’s diverse asset management activities.

McGrath has a notable track record in equity research, having previously held analyst positions at Schonfeld and Lucha Capital Management, L.P., where he developed expertise in public markets and contributed to investment strategies across various sectors. While his recent roles emphasize broad public equity analysis, detailed disclosure of specific sector focus is not available from public sources; however, his background suggests strong capabilities in multi-sector equity research.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), magna cum laude, in Political Science and Political Economy from Carleton College, underpinning his analytical expertise and understanding of market dynamics. Throughout his career, McGrath has been recognized for his rigorous analytical approach and ability to distill complex market data into actionable investment recommendations in the asset management industry.