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Hedge funds and FoHFs are back in fashion with European private banks
Absolute return and hedge funds have a large role to play for investors, say many private banks. Having them as part of asset allocation adds diversification and improves the risk/return profile.
Asia Risk institutional derivatives rankings 2011
The dynamics of the institutional investor market in the Asia Pacific are changing as large regional asset owners are increasingly seeking opportunities closer to home. Kathy Wang reports
Edhec research reveals negative correlation between private equity deal performance and duration
Research shows a strong negative association between performance and duration for private equity deals. Quick flips account for 12% of all PE investments with a median internal rate of return of 85%.
Investor profile: Kathryn Graham, director, BT Pension Scheme Management
Kathryn Graham was the first recipient of Hedge Funds Review’s outstanding contribution to the hedge fund industry by an institutional investor. She champions greater co-operation in the industry.
Caia designation gaining momentum in hedge fund industry
The growth of the chartered alternative investment analyst (Caia) designation is a sign of the hedge fund industry's maturity.
Q&A: Derren Geiger, chief operating officer of Caritas Royalty Funds
Derren Geiger, chief operating officer of the energy-focused Caritas Royalty Funds, speaks to Pauline McCallion about managing risks in a rising oil and gas price environment
Leading private banks target family offices in Asia
Several of the region’s largest private banks have set up specialist units catering to family office business in Asia during the past three months, while their peers have ramped up coverage in other ways. How is the relationship between family offices…
Emerging hedge funds manager can offer higher returns for investors
Investors have shown a preference for the safety and security of brand name hedge funds. Allocating to emerging managers can reap high rewards if proper due diligence is followed.
Hedge funds need to take individual approach to marketing to family offices
Family offices are wary of hedge fund marketing tactics but simultaneously protest that the best hedge funds are often under-marketed.
BNY Mellon expects strong demand for Asian hedge funds in 2011
Improved corporate governance in Asia could lead to greater institutional demand for the region's hedge funds
Odin Fund Management: Nordic equity portfolio
Nordic equities hold significant value and are under-represented in most equity portfolios, says Odin Fund Management. It finds value in its four funds focused on individual countries and the region.
European investment flows into hedge funds to increase in 2011
Over the next 12 months, European investors will put $52 billion into the hedge fund industry. Of this, $12 billion will be net flows, according to a report* from Barclays Capital.
Investor relations teams put emphasis on transparency and information for investors
Investor relations is considered a vital aspect of single manager hedge fund and funds of hedge fund services. Increased demands for transparency and detailed reporting are now common.
Investment opportunities presented by new technology cycle
Cloud computing, increased data storage and a move away from internet access exclusively through PC accelerates, Polar Capital believes investment opportunities lie in small and mid-cap companies.
Chinese small cap companies offer investment opportunities
Foreign investors tend to buy into a Chinese growth story without understanding differences between the various types of companies and entrepreneurs. Augus Partners helps investors navigate the maze.
Traymar Capital plans longevity fund launch in first quarter of 2011
In the first quarter of 2011 Traymar Capital is launching Microlife Fund to exploit mispriced longevity risk.
Wermuth Asset Management advocates investment opportunities in Russia
German and Russian based Wermuth Asset Management is exclusive investment adviser to several funds and special purpose vehicles aimed at exploiting opportunities in Russia and ‘greater Russia.
Wide range of Japanese investors continue allocations to hedge funds
Japanese institutional and high net worth investors continue allocations to hedge funds. But marketing and distribution of production in Japan requires patience and local knowledge.
Dividends hold key to Fundamental Tracker Investment Management investment process
Fundamental Tracker Investment Management has constructed the Munro Fund based on the total return of the FTSE 350 index using forecast gross cash dividends.
First Avenue Partners offers access to top Brazilian real estate deals
Alternatives advisory and placement business First Avenue Partners provides access to the top quartile of real estate managers and believes good real estate investment opportunities lie in Brazil.
Realism and pragmatism at root of good investment advice
There is no magic formula to making good investments. The majority of successful investors find a piece of good advice has been a useful compass in charting their way through the maze.
Profile: Brummer & Partners: Patrik Brummer, chairman and CEO Klaus Jäntti
Brummer & Partners is the leading hedge fund in Scandinavia. Based in Sweden it boasts a stable of single manager funds and has perfected its model of encouraging entrepreneurial innovation.
Investing in the future: Power shifts away from hedge fund managers and towards investors
The financial crisis has resulted in a changed relationship between hedge fund managers and investors. Transparency, liquidity and fee structures are dictated increasingly by investors.