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Canadian firm brings US fund to European shores
JC clark plans north american long/short debut in europe
Setting up a fund in the sun
The Cayman Islands has become an increasingly popular domicile for hedge funds
When the VIX is low...
The Volatility Index is indicating it may be time to be long on markets as it measures investors' nervousness
Does Spanish regulation need to change before hedge funds can flourish?
A growing retired population in Spain could see the country set for the hedge fund market
White-lightning response is needed for US market
There is still fundamental value in the US market, but fund managers have to be quick of the mark to exploit the current situation
Opening up closed doors
Listed companies which invest in hedge funds is one way of targeting UK retail money
Keeping volatility low at NIB International
The portfolio holds 60% in target return funds and has exposure to long-only funds
HSBC provides fund of hedge funds guarantee
alternative wealth protector offers capital guarantee
New broker dealer company offers access to hedge funds
firm aims to specialise in providing access to hedge funds
Lower prices indicate banks' unease with guarantee lines
banks uncomfortable with asset class
Long/short opportunities bode well for investors
Japan may be a long way off from recovery but managers are starting to see more positive signs in the technology and manufacturing sectors