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Malta hedge fund industry continues to expand as low costs and accessible regulator tempt managers

Seen as an attractive jurisdiction for start-up hedge funds, Malta is now attracting larger fund managers and management companies keen to have a European Union presence in a low-cost jurisdiction.

Hedge Funds Review | 20 Dec 2011secure

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Malta’s securitisation tax rules offer efficient treatment for structured finance transactions

New tax rules on the treatment of structured finance transactions confirm Malta’s tax neutrality and maximise the efficiency of securitisation transactions done in and through the jurisdiction.

Hedge Funds Review | 20 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

US regulatory requirements shine spotlight on data management

Hedge funds need to improve data management and work closely with service providers such as fund administrators to meet requirements of Form PF, a complex regulatory filing for private fund advisers.

Hedge Funds Review | 06 Dec 2011secure

OTC derivatives clearing throw up questions for future of some hedge fund strategies

Mandatory clearing of OTC derivatives contracts by 2012 is having a mixed impact on hedge fund strategies. Main worries concern costs and the possible difficulty in maintaining viable strategies.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Oct 2011secure

Time for hedge funds to engage in politics

Anti-capitalist protests and increasing regulation of financial services should spur hedge fund managers to think about effective political engagement and changing the mind-set of politicians.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Oct 2011secure

Luxembourg and Ireland remain competitive jurisdictions for Ucits hedge funds

Luxembourg and Ireland are the main locations for the domicile of Ucits hedge funds. While the Irish fund industry is known more for expertise in traditional hedge funds, it is gaining in prominence.

Hedge Funds Review | 30 Sep 2011

Hedge fund managers embrace Ucits wrapper despite significant operational challenges

Ucits wrappers for hedge funds have become a popular way for managers to access new investor sources as well as market and distribute funds more easily within the European Union.

Hedge Funds Review | 30 Sep 2011

Galleon insider trading conviction signals tougher stance by US government

Hedge fund managers are edgy following the successful criminal conviction of Raj Rajaratnam, founder of Galleon, for insider trading in the United States. More investigations are expected.

Hedge Funds Review | 01 Jun 2011secure

Hedge fund industry continues to struggle with scandal and regulation

Continued market volatility coupled with uncertainty over the ending of quantitative easing, the fall-out from the resignation of the International Monetary Fund head and worries over China continue.

Hedge Funds Review | 01 Jun 2011secure

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