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Alternatives | 26 Aug 15
Jersey funds using private placement under AIFMD jump 10%
The number of Jersey funds being given access to Europe through private placement regimes under the EU Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) has risen by 10% in six months, figures from the Jersey Financial Services Commission reveal.
Industry to bounce back as HK settles to ILAS changes, says FPI
Demand for investment-linked assurance schemes in Hong Kong dived following January’s ban on indemnity commission, but FPI’s James Tan is confident the industry will move in a positive direction once all players are settled into the changes.
Stock pickers find China bargains in the mess
The ongoing volatility in Chinese shares, triggered by concern over the country’s growth prospects, has reduced valuations to a point that is creating opportunities for stock pickers, according to some fund managers.
Luxembourg’s IWI enlists Axa man to head UK drive
Luxembourg-based International Wealth Insurer (IWI) has engaged the former head of development at Axa Wealth International, Mike Foxall, to spearhead its entry to the UK market.
Which China funds have been hit the hardest?
Over the last month, almost all China-dedicated equity funds have moved into the red, and there were plenty of brand names among the worst performers.