Seema Shah

Seema Shah is the chief global strategist at Principal Asset Management, where she leads the firm’s global market strategy from London. In this role, Shah provides strategic guidance to investment teams, shaping asset allocation decisions through macroeconomic research and analysis of global trends, central bank policies, and political developments. Her work supports the firm in navigating complex market environments and delivering informed perspectives to clients worldwide.

Shah’s career includes experience in economic analysis and strategic consulting. Before joining Principal Asset Management, she held economist roles at Capital Economics, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and HM Treasury, focusing on macroeconomic trends in the United Kingdom and Europe. Since joining Principal, Shah has advanced through roles in global fixed income and asset allocation. She holds a master’s and a bachelor’s degree with honors in economics from the London School of Economics.

A public speaker and media commentator, Shah is a regular presence at industry conferences such as the Milken Institute Global Conference and Bloomberg Invest London. She is frequently quoted in financial media and appears regularly on CNBC and Bloomberg TV, where she shares insights on global macroeconomic issues and market strategy. Shah is recognized for her ability to communicate economic developments and market analysis to investors and the broader public.