Steve Cohen steps down as Point72 president in re-org



Steve Cohen, the founder of Point72 Asset Management, has announced his decision to relinquish the title of president as part of a strategic shift within the firm.

This move is aimed at strengthening the leadership framework at Point72 by creating a new executive committee. The committee will play a crucial role in guiding the operational and strategic decisions of the hedge fund, according to a memo reported by Bloomberg.

Cohen will remain the key force at the firm and retain the roles of chairman and CEO, but the re-org will see Harry Schwefel succeed him as president and work closely with the heads of Point72’s macro and quant businesses.

Cohen’s decision aligns with a growing trend among hedge fund billionaires to diversify their leadership teams. By expanding the ranks of senior management, they leaders aim to enhance decision-making processes and adapt to the evolving financial landscape.

Point72 now manages more than $45bn and was one of the top multi-strategy performers in 2025.


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