The Reading Room

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

Hedge funds fees face more scrutiny

Tough 2011 adds to pressure on managers to lower fees