14 Aug 2012
Hedge funds make gains in July, says SS&C GlobeOp
Hedge funds continued to make gains in July with the SS&C GlobeOp Performance Index up 1.42 per cent for the month. Year-to-date…
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Distribution bridge between Asia and Europe strengthens
By James Williams – One thing above all else is guaranteed when discussing developments in the alternative UCITS space: it polarises…
Partnership and product innovation are key in Asia
Interview with Andrea Cattaneo (pictured) and Margaret Harwood-Jones at BNP Paribas Securities Services – A recent survey released this…
Luxembourg consolidates its position as alternative UCITS hub
By Olivier Sciales – The European Union’s Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive is finally on the way to become law next July, at…
Success factors for distribution in Switzerland
Interview with Daniel Haefele of ACOLIN Fund Services in Zurich – Why should fund managers in the UK consider Switzerland? The Swiss…
Looking beyond the alternative UCITS universe
Interview with Rhodri Mason, Head of UCITS Management at Man Group – What are some of the benefits of QIFs that managers should be aware…
Strong brand and distribution capabilities are key drivers for successful alternative UCITS
By James Williams – It has been an encouraging first six months of 2012 for the alternative UCITS market. A couple of years ago total…
Emerging market equities: an asset-class that remains attractive, as long as you are selective
The global economy can’t afford to wait any longer for euro zone (in)decisions. European stagnation is increasingly worrying US officials…
13 Aug 2012
Hedge fund flows advance 1.36% in August, says SS&C GlobeOp Capital Movement Index
Hedge fund flows as measured by the SS&C GlobeOp Capital Movement Index advanced 1.36% in August."Net inflows resumed in August taking…
Foreign investment will see copper kings of Latin America continue to reign
The flow of Foreign Direct investment (FDI) into the South and Central America copper mining industry is a key factor in maintaining the…
Hedge Fund Association launches new Shanghai chapter
The Hedge Fund Association’s recently formed China Chapter is putting down roots in Shanghai, the world’s largest city by population and…
HFR launches three new HFRX Indices
HFR has expanded its family of HFRX Indices to 76 with the launch of three new indices. HFRX Emerging Markets Composite Index includes…
10 Aug 2012
Qbasis Fund Management lists on AlphaMetrix
Qbasis Fund Management (QFM) has listed its Qbasis Futures Fund as a TransparentFund on AlphaMetrix. As a TransparentFund, Qbasis Futures…
09 Aug 2012
South Africa Alpha Capital Management funds show strong returns in July
South Africa Alpha Capital Management has seen several of its funds produce strong returns in July, with the company’s top performing fund,…
Saemor Capital’s Europe Alpha Fund up 0.7 per cent in July
Saemor Capital’s Europe Alpha Fund finished July on a positive note with a gain of 0.7 per cent. The performance was largely driven by the…
