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Tax considerations impact the structuring of hedge fund vehicles and operations

The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (Fatca) is drastically changing taxation for US citizens who invest in offshore hedge funds while the UK has also changed rules that impact hedge fund investment...

Hedge Funds Review | 10 Jan 2012secure

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Onshore Brazilian hedge fund gives domestic investors access to offshore managers

FoHF Financial Risk Management is to launch the first onshore Brazilian fund which invests in offshore hedge funds and aimed at pension funds. It predicts others will follow.

Hedge Funds Review | 21 Dec 2011secure

Hedge Funds Review reveals results of first service provider awards

Service providers play a key role in the smooth operation of hedge fund management companies. Increased regulation and investor concerns over counterparty risks make their role even more central.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011

Vote of confidence for providers in results from service provider rankings 2011

Service providers play a key role in the smooth operation of hedge fund management companies. Their role has become even more central as increased regulation and risk controls take centre stage.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011secure

Offshore legal counsel has larger role in post 2008 hedge fund world

Closer scrutiny of documents and more negotiation around the terms of the vehicles being offered by hedge fund managers has meant a larger role being played by offshore legal counsel.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011secure

Cayman Islands pushes positive role of international financial cetres

The Cayman Islands remains the preferred domicile for hedge funds despite a backlash against offshore financial centres. The government is now promoting Cayman’s contribution to the world economy.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011secure

No relief in 2012 for hedge funds as regulations continue to impact industry

Regulatory changes for hedge funds will continue in 2012 as amendments under the Dodd-Frank Act come into force and the deadline for the European AIFM directive nears, according to Kaye Scholer.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 Dec 2011secure

Clarity still needed despite Esma’s level 2 advice on AIFM directive to EU commission

Hedge funds still in doubt after publication of European Securities and Markets Authority’s (Esma) advice on implementation of the alternative investment fund managers (AIFM) directive.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 Dec 2011secure

PCAM Blue Chip: Prime Capital

Winner: Best performing diversified FoHF over one year; Best performing diversified FoHF over three years and Shortlist: Hedge Funds Review FoHF of the Year

Hedge Funds Review | 23 Nov 2011secure

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.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Aug 2011secure

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