Monthly Archives: March 2011

Europe, Regulations and Hedge Funds… It is time to make plans, the clocks are ticking

Europe, Regulations and Hedge Funds… It is time to make plans, the clocks are ticking UCITS, AIFMD, Private Placement rules in Europe are very topical subject at the moment. And many people find it quite a daunting task to try … Continue reading

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A quick view on Solvency 2

From really bad to a bit better but still…. Solvency 2 is about the regulatory capital Insurance companies have to put against their investments portfolio that back up their potential liabilities. Hedge Funds are classified as “Equities” as far asĀ riskinessĀ is … Continue reading

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OWL quick note on SEC registration

Among other fine articles in FTfm this Monday, you will have noticed Countdown to Registration, which deals with the obligation for most investment managers in this country to obtain SEC registration by mid-July. Understandably, there is a great deal of … Continue reading

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Just a few points on UCITS

I sat in a seminar the other day where UCITS and more specifically Alternative UCITS were discussed and it became quite clear to me that there were a few misconceptions flying around. I just wish to clarify a few points: … Continue reading

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An Offer from the wise OWL…

Advisory & Consulting Service Service description The service provides investment firms with a combination of regular and on-demand advice and briefings. Focused on FSA and European regulation, the purpose of the service is to assist firms to keep up to … Continue reading

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