12 Nov 2008
Hedgeweek Comment: Investors still like hedge funds
Despite all the complaints from politicians about hedge funds and the negative press coverage they have been receiving over the past few…
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Edinburgh's SVM says long/short funds buck downward trend in 2008
Edinburgh-based independent fund management group SVM Asset Management has reported that the its Highlander long/short fund has returned…
Former New Star CIO Alan Miller joins SilverStreet Capital
Alan Miller, the former chief investment officer and a founding shareholder of New Star Asset Management until his departure early last…
11 Nov 2008
Eurex Clearing to extend wholesale facility to attract further OTC volume
International derivatives exchange Eurex has announced that it will extend its OTC Wholesale Facility, which together with the launch of…
Hedgeweek Comment: The power of the spoken word
Many people would agree that discussion is the best way to resolve any conflict.Many people would agree that discussion is the best way to…
10 Nov 2008
The new investment Mecca
Could the global financial crisis be a blessing in disguise for the Middle East region?PARA_BREAK_SENTINEL_9f8e7d6cCould the global…
Opportunity knocks for financial services players
Over the past few years, there has been considerable economic growth and an increase in prosperity across the Middle East, which has…
A long-term commitment to the region
When GAM opened an office in Dubai in September 2007, it was not jumping on the bandwagon of the world's fastest-growing financial centre…
Middle East growth potential still strong
The financial tremors emanating from the United States and being felt around the world are expected to have only a marginal impact on the…
Cautious investors look to due diligence tools
In recent months, market gyrations have shaken hedge funds and investors throughout the world, and the Middle East has not been immune to…
Irish fund industry approaches USD2trn in assets, says Lipper
Traditional and alternative funds serviced in Ireland reached USD1,934.9bn (EUR1,228.7bn) at the end of June, reflecting annual growth of…
Hedgeweek Comment: Emanuel's appointment offers reassurance to hedge fund industry
US president-elect Barack Obama has asked Rahm Emanuel, a one-time aide in the Clinton White House, to be his chief of staff - a choice…
Kenmar opens Singapore office to capitalise on Asia hedge fund growth
Rye Brook, New York-based fund of hedge funds manager Kenmar Group has announced the opening of Kenmar (Asia) in Singapore, headed by…
Icap to acquire Brazilian broker Arkhe
Icap, the world's largest voice and electronic interdealer broker, has agreed to acquire independent Brazilian broker Arkhe Distribuidora…
07 Nov 2008
New monthly record for European carbon derivatives market
The European Energy Exchange and Eurex achieved the highest monthly trading volume to date in October for their jointly-operated market for…
