“Dr. Doom” Nouriel Roubini is joining the ETF market with Atlas America Fund

Economist Nouriel Roubini, known as "Dr. Doom" for his 2008 financial crisis warnings, is venturing into the ETF space with the Atlas America Fund. This actively managed fund, co-managed by Roubini, aims to invest in diverse assets such as US bonds, real estate, equities, and gold. It seeks stable returns with low volatility and protection against market stress, reflecting Roubini's cautious outlook on the economy and financial markets.

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By Vildana Hajric

Economist Nouriel Roubini, who earned the "Dr. Doom" moniker for his warnings of disaster ahead of the 2008 financial crisis, is looking to become the latest high-profile Wall Street veteran to make their mark in the $9.4 trillion ETF universe.

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