As the South African hedge fund industry moves from its infancy stage, numerous challenges are being faced that will determine the ultimate long term success of the industry. Perhaps the most crucial of all challenges…
Investment Manager Exemption
June 1, 2009
Why are South African Fund Managers being chased overseas? Why is London the financial capital of Africa, rather than Johannesburg? Fund Manager legislation – tax and financial regulation – means that Fund Managers who operate…
Short Selling
June 1, 2009
Short selling is regarded as a controversial technique by many, particularly in times of falling markets. At the time of the credit crunch, National Governments around the world adopted different strategies to deal with failures…
Choosing investments as a career is like committing to a really long rollercoaster ride because financial markets will go up and down just as predictably. But right now, investment professionals are finding their commitment pushed…
Ideally, in my opinion, trail fees should be paid directly by the client. Practically and logistically this is an administrative nightmare and so the reality is that it is easier (for everyone) to have the…
Credit crisis transforms alternative investments world
November 1, 2008
Turmoil in financial markets stemming chiefly from the credit crisis is rapidly transforming the world of alternative investments, giving prominence to a wider range of investment options. As the crisis plays out, an entire financial…
