Investors
Struggling with performance fees in a low-return market
European managers are starting to follow their US counterparts adopting adjustable high watermarks on an annual basis By Ralph savage
Check out the past
As money continues to flow into the hedge fund industry, so the risk of fraud increases. What are the tell-tale signs?
A winning combination
Employing a marketing agent to increase a hedge fund's size can prove beneficial in the long run ' and allows the fund managers to concentrate on the job in hand
The right choices
Due diligence is essential when selecting an administrator to ensure a life-long relationship
Luck of the irish
Ireland's Central Bank has authorised the move to make hedge funds available to retail investors, prompting even more interest in the country
Limited issue Threadneedle fund premieres in the UK
quasi-hedge fund vehicle exploits wider investment process
Follow the leader
Growth has slowed but BVI remains popular
Fimat set to launch index of volatility arbitrage funds
funds seek to spot when an option's volatility is inconsistent
UK equities are focus of two long/short Old Mutual funds
funds will be managed by richard moore and ashton bradbury
A war in Iraq could make capital preservation tricky
Disciplined risk management is key in current volatile market conditions
The secret to success
After a slow start, ETFs have rapidly taken off and provide great value to institutional users as an alternative way to equitise cash
Knowing when the price is right
olatile markets have led to a change in risk procedures, with VaR and manager-led stop/loss strategies being favoured over automated controls
Facing the Quest
With returns of 8.22% in the past year, Collins Stewart's strict portfolio decisions are made through its own ranking system
Finding the right balance
Rebalancing hedge fund of fund portfolios for optimal performance in a treacherous bear market poses difficulties
A fund experience
The introduction of the EIF has resulted in a considerable rise in the number of Isle of Man-domiciled hedge funds
Uncertain Latin America adds to current difficulties for year ahead
Brazil's economy is not growing, making its situation unsustainable
Brave new world
There are many opportunities for hedge fund managers seeking to exploit corporate restructuring in Eastern Europe
Tighter controls
The FSA has strict rules governing retail funds to ensure investors understand exactly what they are buying. Could such regulation stretch to non-retail funds?
Bottom to top
The Amex European Equity Market Neutral Fund battles with volatile and irrational markets to achieve returns of Libor plus 4% to 8%