
Positioning portfolios for volatility with long/short investing
From Portfolio Intelligence Podcast by Manulife John Hancock Investments
May 13, 2026 · 18 min · Episode 111
About this episode
Joshua M. Jones discusses how long/short equity strategies can assist investors in navigating market volatility.
As market volatility increases and dispersion across equities widens, traditional investing approaches are being tested. Joshua M. Jones, CFA, portfolio manager at Boston Partners, shares how global long/short equity strategies can help investors navigate a more challenging market environment.
People in this episode
Guest: Joshua M. Jones
Topics covered
- market volatility
- long/short investing
- equity strategies
- portfolio management
- investment approaches
Keywords
- market volatility
- long/short investing
- equity strategies
- portfolio management
- investment
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Boston Partners
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