Cape Town becoming investment hub of Africa
SA's competitive advantage lies in the skills of managers, the infrastructure and quality of life
Hedge funds outperform ALSI by 6% in 2011
This outperformance was achieved with significantly less volatility levels than the local equity market
Hedge funds start new year with 2.63% gain – data
Report welcomed in an industry still embarrassed by last year's 5.16% loss
Risky assets to provide better returns this year
Exposure to risky assets should contribute positively to investment returns this year, says Novare Investments
Managers to go solo, unfazed by difficult year
"If people have a unique strategy and can navigate these challenging markets they should be able to launch."
Africa seen as next investment haven
In terms of popularity with investors, Nigeria and Kenya top the list, followed by Zimbabwe
Managers must explain more, study shows
Clients need to understand managers' investment strategies and performance expectations to maintain investor confidence and attract new capital
Hedge fund exit requests at record low – GlobeOp
Withdrawals from funds down from 4.58% in December to 1.85% in January
Hedge funds to benefit from volatility in 2012
Skilful managers who use appropriate risk managed strategies will do well for their clients