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Will hedge funds still be around in 5 years time?

February 5, 2009

Analysis of:Hedge fund fees are being squeezed | www.economist.com

Hedge fund fees have fallen and are likely to fall further. This will affect the viability of hedge funds. Their still excessive costs together with their lack of transparency and liquidity, operational weaknesses and lack of regulation (currently) are likely to push many investors into UCITS funds. This article argues that UCITS funds are a more suitable investment for most hedge fund investors, and that hedge funds will return to their roots as funds for the ultra-wealthy.

Contrasting Client Protection from the Collapses of New Star and London Scottish Bank

December 5, 2008

Analysis of:Banks poised to control troubled New Star | business.timesonline.co.uk

Both New Star fund managers and London Scottish Bank have recently collapsed. The clients have had different fortunes. The fund assets are securely held by an independent custodian. The bank assets have largely disappeared, and shortfalls have to be made up by the UK government.

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