02/19/2016
Gresham House targets 10% from forestry fund launch
The portfolio consists of five forests with an aggregate size of 1,975 hectares.
Alternative Investments
02/19/2016
Zurich to sell 25% Openwork stake
“The agreement also demonstrates that Openwork has a clear ability to grow and create value, and we look forward to continuing to work closely with Zurich which has long been an integral part of our proposition.”
02/19/2016
Influential Jordanian family are planning major investment in Bristol Rovers
Rovers have continually made public a desire to attract new investment and recently confirmed that as many as 12 groups of potential investors had expressed interest, which failed to materialise into anything significant.
02/18/2016
Alt investment managers called to task for managerial and structural shortcomings that handicap asset growth
Most CIOs are trained and hard-wired to focus on their fund's track record, but very few have the managerial skills or the time to run a successful organisation.
02/18/2016
OMGI unveils 'safe haven' Gold & Silver fund
The new fund will aim to deliver a total return by combining indirect exposure to gold and silver bullion with selected precious metals mining equities.
02/18/2016
New Look founder invests in Tinder for crowdfunding
Launched in June 2015, Off3r has already raised more than £42 million following 700,000 swipes right for more information.
02/18/2016
Brexit will cause carnage for UK fund managers
London is a global hub for fund management, with an estimated $6.6trn of assets in the City invested by hundreds of fund groups.
02/18/2016
Devet Capital Investments Wins AIF Factor 2016 At The Amsterdam Investor Forum
ABN AMRO Clearing held the event with the support of the ABN AMRO Private Banking’s Alternatives & Funds team.
02/18/2016
London Metal Exchange unveils new Ring
Our clients feel that our commentary from the Ring brings them as close as they can get to the vibrancy and life of the market
02/18/2016
Funds-of-funds managers feeling the heat
Funds of funds have been a popular option for advisers and retail investors since the ’90s, but increased competition and cost concerns mean managers are under more pressure than ever
02/17/2016
Vistra Depositary Services Receives ISAE 3402 Type 2 Assurance Report
ISAE 3402 is a global assurance standard for reporting on controls at a service organisation.
02/17/2016
Guernsey is Europe's best captive domicile for fourth straight year
The award was collected on behalf of industry by Adele Gale of Aon Risk Solutions.
02/17/2016
Momentum buys London & Capital DFM business
Momentum UK, has expanded into the UK DFM market with the acquisition of London & Capital’s Adviser Solutions business for an undisclosed sum.
02/17/2016
Newton Global Income fund reinstated to the Recommended list
The fund was removed from The Adviser Centre in December 2015
02/17/2016
Less paper to transact with Cofunds
The overall aim being to save advisers and their clients’ time, reduce administration, and make it easier to invest through Cofunds.
02/16/2016
EM equity chief: how to play developing world banks
Henderson's Glen Finegan on how developing world financials can provide a positive alternative to their developed counterparts. Battle of the banks While banks in Europe have undergone a significant sell-off of both their bonds and shares, banks in
02/16/2016
India, UK to sign pact on infrastructure investment at G-20 Finance Ministers meet
The G-20 Finance Ministers and central bank governors meeting is scheduled to be held on February 26-27 in Shanghai.
02/16/2016
Close Brothers Asset Management to open new Gatwick office
The official opening on the 28th April will run from 5.30pm – 8.00pm at the new office near the South Terminal (First Point, Buckingham Gate, RH6 OPP) and will include drinks and canapes.
02/16/2016
BBVA Shutters Venture Arm For $250M FinTech Fund
The parent company will then take the $100 million it had in that fund, along with an additional $150 million, and form a venture capital arm to be known as Propel Venture Partners.
02/16/2016
Quilter Cheviot Annlounced as Headline Sponsor for First Ever BBC Countryfile Live
Quilter Cheviot is delighted to support the major new event, which will provide a fun, inspiring and informative great British day out for the whole family.