Chris Vogt of Allstate Investments talks to journalist Kalpana Fitzpatrick at GAIM International 2011 about why boutique fund managers are becoming popular with investors, claiming they are generating better returns with lower risk, as well as giving investors access to the head of the firm– which is being noticed by institutional investors. However, he says large hedge funds managers still have a role to play.
"If the performance is right, then the fees are irrelevant" – An interview with Oscar Schafer of OSS Capital
In an interview with journalist Kalpana Fitzpatrick at GAIM International 2011, Oscar Schafer of OSS Capital gave his views on how institutional investors are currently looking for risk managers and explains why he believes that this will backfire overtime, as it will deter performance. He also talks of hedge fund fees, arguing if the performance…
GAIM International 2011 – The Highlights
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick GAIM International 2011 saw over 800 investors, hedge fund managers and industry experts fly into Monaco to attend what has become the most prestigious hedge fund and alternative investment event of the year. Attended by a selection of the world’s top hedge funds managers, industry experts and investors, the event, now in…
Highlights from GAIM International 2011
This flashback video looks back at some of the highlights from this year’s GAIM International event held in Monaco. The 2011 event was a fantastic success with over 800 attendees, an exciting new Manager Selection & Asset Allocation Summit Day for investors and brand new networking areas to make sure each attendee met the right…
Emerging Markets – Bull or Bear?
We asked GAIM International 2011 attendees the question “emerging markets, bull or bear?” Here are the results!
China – a bubble?
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick China could well face a crisis over the longer-term, according to Linda Yeuh, fellow in economics at the University of Oxford and visitor at the London Business School. Yeuh, who was speaking at GAIM International 2011 in Monaco, told delegates that China still had bad loans dating back 30 years, as well…
Seeders hold the key to success.
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Seeding funds could be the way forward for investors seeking risk-adjusted returns and greater transparency. Speaking at GAIM International 2011 in Monaco, Patric De Gentille-Williams of FRM Capital Advisors, said investors can expect high teen returns from seeding funds, but they must show long term commitments. “But they will get greater understanding…
Diversification is key
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Diversification is key when it comes to asset allocation, delegates at GAIM International 2011 were told. Speaking at the event in Monaco, Neal Berger, president at Eagle’s View Asset Management, said: “Finding that efficient intersection between risk and reward is the safest investment option today.” David Greenberg, director, absolute return strategies at…
Is Big Better?
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick The best of breed is a dying breed, with smaller boutiques fund managers making their way into investors’ portfolios. Speaking at the GAIM International in Monaco, Gemma Godfrey, chairman of the investment committee at Credo Capital, told delegates that big hedge funds managers should stop calling themselves masters of the universe and…
Hedge fund managers told to think outside the box
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Being ahead of the curve and able to break new ground can help hedge fund managers maximise success, according to Warren Irwin, president and chief investment officer of Toronto-based Rosseau Asset Management. Speaking ahead of this month’s GAIM International conference in Monaco, Irwin said all too often hedge fund managers followed the…