Nicolas Becka
About Nicolas Becka
Nicolas Becka serves as Principal in the Global Markets and Investments division of the Markets Group at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He has extensive experience in financial markets, having held various roles in trading, portfolio management, and strategic oversight across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Nicolas Becka currently serves as Principal in the Global Markets and Investments division of the Markets Group at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the bank's strategic initiatives in financial markets. His role involves overseeing investment strategies and managing market operations, with a focus on enhancing the effectiveness of the Federal Reserve's market interventions.
Previous Experience at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Prior to his current role, Nicolas Becka worked at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York in various capacities. He served as an Euro Area Specialist in the International Money & Capital Markets division from 2019 to 2020, followed by a position as Senior Portfolio Manager for Foreign Reserves and ESG from 2020 to 2021. His work involved analyzing market trends and managing the bank's foreign reserves portfolio.
Professional Background in Trading and Finance
Nicolas Becka has extensive experience in trading and finance, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Proprietary Trader at Gelber Group from 2002 to 2010, where he specialized in fixed income and global macro trading. He also served as an Emerging Markets FX Trader at Bunge in Geneva from 2005 to 2007. His career includes a managerial role at Gelber Group from 2011 to 2019, overseeing trading operations.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Nicolas Becka holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Accounting from Universidad de Buenos Aires. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA in Finance and International Business from The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business, where he studied from 2000 to 2002. His academic background supports his expertise in financial markets and investment strategies.
Contributions to ESG and Climate Finance
Nicolas Becka has made significant contributions to the field of ESG and climate finance. He co-authored a report on ESG investment frameworks in alignment with the Paris Agreement goals while representing the Federal Reserve in the NGFS workstream on Market Transparency. He has authored several internal papers discussing ESG markets, climate actions by foreign central banks, and investment strategies, reflecting his commitment to sustainable finance.