Investment firms play a critical role in public markets, deploying diverse strategies to generate alpha, manage risk, and navigate uncertainty. As markets evolve, firms are adapting through a mix of macro-driven investments, systematic trading, activist strategies, and M&A-driven value creation. How are asset managers adjusting their approaches in response to shifting economic conditions, regulatory pressures, and technological advancements? Institutional investors continue to refine their allocation strategies, weighing performance, risk, and liquidity in an ever-changing landscape. With public markets facing heightened volatility and increased corporate consolidation, what insights can lead fund managers and capital allocators to share about the future of active investing? This discussion will explore key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping investment strategies in today’s complex financial environment.