Balyasny taps former BlackRock credit chief
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 · first reported by Hedgeweek and 1 other
Balyasny Asset Management hires Daniel Chen (30-year BlackRock veteran, former US fundamental investment-grade credit co-head) to lead new US corporate credit team targeting 3–4 additional hires; firm manages ~$38bn AUM.
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