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Continuing confusion in markets caused by political and central bank...
The first half of 2013 will continue to cause problems for traders trying to read signals in markets pushed by political and central bank dictates. But various stimulus measures may pay off this year....
Faced with mounting regulatory pressures and changing market practices, prime brokers may have to increase financing rates and scale down the amount of leverage they provide to hedge funds.
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Malta confident of expansion fillip with introduction of EU alternative...
Malta’s regulator, the MFSA, is confident expansion of its staff will be able to keep up with the demands of an ever-increasing financial services sector, particularly in the alternatives fund area.
Maltese legal services eyes possible growth opportunities from introduction...
While the introduction of the EU alternative investment fund managers (AIFM) directive in July 2013 may not be a game changer, it should give a fillip to legal services provision in Malta.
Service providers see promise for Malta despite lack of custodians
Service providers acknowledge Malta has made a name for itself as a jurisdiction for start-up managers. Few believe larger funds will be attracted to the domicile until more custodians are present.
Malta at a glance
Key facts and figures about Malta, a jurisdiction for hedge funds and managers in the European Union.
Hedge fund industry seeks solutions to Solvency II challenges
Hedge funds need to address transparency and risk reporting standards to avoid punitive capital treatment under Solvency II. European insurance companies are keen to increase current 1% allocation.
Hedge funds expect abundant growth opportunities in sub-Saharan Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to produce a wealth of investment opportunities in the years ahead. Hedge fund managers are split on how to capture the growth as shorting is impossible in most markets.
Hedge fund managers show skill in finding value throughout 2012
From currency trades to European financials to crude oil production, hedge fund managers have found extraordinary value in a wide variety of trades over 2012 despite challenging market conditions.
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