In the heart of London's bustling financial district, amidst the towering skyscrapers and the constant hum of market activity, Aous Labbane envisioned a different kind of financial consultancy. After 25 years navigating the complexities of investment banking and asset management across Europe, from the structured product desks of Credit Suisse to leading business development at Natixis Investment Managers' Ossiam, Aous recognized a critical need: a consultancy that blended deep financial expertise with a personalized, client-centric approach.
Driven by a passion for empowering clients to achieve their financial goals, Aous founded Jasmin Capital and Consultancy in 2016. The name itself was carefully chosen. "Jasmin," evoking the delicate yet resilient flower, symbolized growth, beauty, and the potential for prosperity, while "Capital" grounded the firm in its core mission: to provide expert guidance in the world of finance.
Jasmin Capital and Consultancy wasn't just another firm offering generic advice. Aous built the company on three core pillars:
From its humble beginnings, Jasmin Capital and Consultancy quickly gained a reputation for delivering exceptional results. The firm's expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes, coupled with its unwavering commitment to client success, attracted a diverse clientele, from high-net-worth individuals to institutional investors.
One notable success story involved a large insurance company seeking a second opinion on hedging a complex portfolio of variable annuities. Jasmin Capital's analysis identified critical vulnerabilities and recommended a more effective hedging strategy, saving the company millions of dollars and protecting its policyholders.
Another project involved restructuring a large long-term savings trade built through a complex iCPPI platform. Jasmin Capital's expertise in structured products and platform development allowed them to streamline the platform, reduce costs, and improve performance.
Currently, Jasmin Capital is working with a UK hedge fund to design and distribute innovative QIS products, leveraging Aous's expertise in product development and distribution to create strategies that meet the evolving needs of the market.
As Jasmin Capital and Consultancy continued to grow, Aous remained committed to the firm's founding principles. The company's story is one of expertise, integrity, and a genuine desire to help clients achieve their financial aspirations. It's a story that continues to unfold, one successful client engagement at a time.