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Scott Helfstein

Scott joined Global X in 2022. He is responsible for delivering actionable insights and innovative investment strategies to clients, researching trends at the intersection of accelerating technological, demographic, and environmental change. Previously, Scott was responsible for building out the ProShares line-up of thematic ETFs. Prior to that, he served as Head of Thematic Portfolios and Co-Head of Market Research and Strategy at Morgan Stanley, launching the firm’s thematic research and portfolios, while managing a team that developed global multi-asset investment advice. Scott also held prior roles at BNY Mellon, Credit Suisse First Boston, and the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. His work has appeared in numerous media outlets including Barron’s, Bloomberg, and Foreign Affairs. Scott is the co-chair of the Business and Security Roundtable at Fordham University’s Center for National Security and is a Fellow at the Center for Cyber and Homeland Security at Auburn University. He served as an Assistant Professor of Social Science at the U.S. Military Academy and the Director of Research at West Point’s Combating Terrorism Center, working across 60 government offices. He is also a member of the Economic Club of New York and was a Term/Corporate Member in the Council on Foreign Relations. Scott holds a Joint Doctorate in Public Policy and Political Science from the University of Michigan, an MA in War Studies from King’s College (London), and a BBA in Finance from The George Washington University.

Mar 26, 2026By and
Our new ETF seeks to provide a modern approach to accessing companies shaping today’s technology ecosystem.
Mar 17, 2026By
Pairing the cyclical trade with continued exposure to AI growth seems like a reasonable way to navigate the market’s current distortions.
Mar 04, 2026By
Investors may consider beyond short-term tactical investing to focus on themes with strategic implications like defense, cybersecurity, and U.S. energy.
Feb 11, 2026By
Earnings season has seen volatility, but we think fundamentals remain in the driver’s seat and data continue to support risk assets.
Feb 03, 2026By
Kevin Warsh’s nomination as the next Fed Chair rattled markets, but we believe simply labeling him an inflation hawk is too simplistic.