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Features/Regulation
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 2011
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 2011
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 2011
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 2011
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 2011
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 2011
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 2011
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 2011
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