Political events cloud more positive outlook
The events of the last few days of Q1 2017 have cast a pall over South Africa’s political and economic standing, putting the country...
Finding the middle ground
Investors want managers to be prepared to compromise on operational issues such as fees, but delivering middle-of-road performance is not part of the deal
Fees and performance go hand in hand
After a period of subdued returns for some (but certainly not all) strategies in 2016 it may come as no surprise that the fee debate is back in the mainstream headlines
A cocktail of factors in the mix in 2017
In the 2017 Preqin Global Hedge Fund Report, Paamco’s Basil Williams notes that the hedge fund industry is facing an identity crisis that is...
Adaption is key in dynamic environment
Meeting and responding to a changing market place are key factors for future success
A year of extreme outcomes
The ability to think differently may prove to be a defining factor for managers and
investors
Tough times require creativity
Difficult period for performance underscores the need for innovative approach to
markets
Collaboration, loyalty are keys to success
Hedge fund industry sees strengthening of ties between managers and investors
Value of hedge funds is over the long term
Long-term data shows how hedge fund allocations can help to stabilise portfolio returns
through difficult periods