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Audio: Third-party litigation funding finds favour with hedge funds

Third-party funding of commercial litigation is a growing business area where hedge funds have been present for some time. Now commercial claims are beginning to be taken seriously as an asset class

Hedge Funds Review | 19 Jan 2012 | screening image

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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

Non-US MF Global clients caught in cross-border collateral trap

Omnibus structure meant clearing clients of MF Global outside the US were asked to double up on collateral payments. Use of the structure for OTC markets is now in doubt.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 Dec 2011secure

Hedge Funds Review launches first service provider rankings

Hedge Funds Review is compiling its first service provider rankings list, giving hedge fund and fund of hedge funds managers as well as investors a chance to rate service providers.

Hedge Funds Review | 04 Oct 2011

SFO drops probe into Weavering Capital

The Serious Fraud Office has closed the case file as there is no reasonable prospect of conviction. Magnus Peterson said an appeal would be launched against the August 26 Cayman verdict.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 Sep 2011secure

Cayman court holds hedge fund directors liable for ‘wilful neglect'

Cayman Islands grand court verdict clarifies the duties of hedge fund directors and slaps $111 million fine on directors of failed Weavering Macro Fixed Income Fund.

Hedge Funds Review | 01 Sep 2011secure

Withdrawal from eurozone is a possible but extreme measure, says EU official

Market turmoil and sovereign debt crisis have encouraged speculation about a possible disintegration of the eurozone or the departure of one or more members – something institutionally complex.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Aug 2011secure

Video: Hedge fund documentation has become clearer as result of financial crisis

Investors and their lawyers have learned to refine and clarify hedge fund documentation as the result of the financial crisis and several decisions emanating from the Cayman Islands courts.

Hedge Funds Review | 11 Apr 2011 | screening image

Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands courts disagree on circumstances for winding up hedge funds

If and how a hedge fund can be wound up and placed into official liquidation at the request of a dissatisfied investor has been the subject of recent decisions by the Grand Court in Cayman.

Hedge Funds Review | 07 Apr 2011secure

Bonus payment disclosure is challenge for hedge funds

Bonus payments are a worry for hedge fund managers and their staff. There are many potential pitfalls to companies. Differences between the US and UK could also impact managers.

Hedge Funds Review | 10 Sep 2010secure

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