Kevin Gu

Kevin Gu is a Portfolio Manager at LMR Partners, based in New York, NY. In this capacity, he is responsible for managing complex investment strategies and overseeing portfolio construction, particularly within the firm’s multi-strategy platform, which is known for its focus on liquid asset classes and cross-asset trading. His recent experience and responsibilities include implementing and monitoring equity derivatives strategies, risk management, and generating returns across major global markets.

Prior to joining LMR Partners in 2021, Kevin Gu worked as an Equity Derivatives Trader at Barclays for eight years, where he specialized in pricing, trading, and risk management of equity-linked derivatives, including options and structured products. His capital markets expertise is deeply rooted in equity derivatives and volatility trading, with significant exposure to U.S. and global equities, indices, and related asset classes.

Kevin holds a degree in Physics and Math from Harvard University, bringing strong quantitative and analytical skills to his role. His professional achievements reflect a rigorous approach to multi-asset portfolio management and expertise in equity derivatives, contributing to LMR Partners’ reputation for disciplined risk control and alpha generation in the hedge fund industry.