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The Hedgeweek Interview: Focusing on Cash Growth: Diane Mix, President and Founder, Horizon Cash Management LLC, ChicagoFri, 18 June 2004 Horizon Cash Management saw assets under management grow by 27% in the first quarter of this year to USD 2 billion. Diane Mix explains why hedge fund managers are making increased use of Horizon's cash management services.
The Hedgeweek Interview: A comprehensive product range with a 'one price fits all' policy: Michael Roczinski, Global Head of Sales, EurexThu, 06 October 2005 Michael Roczinski outlines the cost benefits to hedge funds using the Eurex platform and highlights recent additions to the product range.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ari Bergmann, Penso Capital Markets: "Managers are taking too much risk"Fri, 25 April 2008 Ari Bergmann, managing principal at Penso Capital Markets, says the firm gains access to best of breed managers by bartering its expertise in risk management services for capacity in their funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Peter Ludvigsen, Nedgroup Investments: "Many managers are taking on too much risk"Thu, 13 March 2008 Peter Ludvigsen, head of institutional business at Nedgroup Investments, argues that mainstream hedge fund strategies have become increasingly correlated to key risk factors and that a majority of generic multistrategy styles risk disappointing investors.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Miguel Abadi, CEO, Gems Advisors Ltd: "Our "sweet spot" is a manager with a sustainable ability to generate alpha"Fri, 29 February 2008 In this detailed interview with Hedgeweek, Miguel Abadi outlines the factors that are driving performance across Gems Advisors' USD 6 billion (AuM) family of multi-manager funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dr Glenn Baggley, Eddington Capital Management: "Investors have realised that low returns accompany low volatility"Fri, 15 February 2008 Chief executive Dr Glenn Baggley says Eddington Capital Management aims to offer investors a high-octane fund of funds portfolio through the selection of talented managers capable of achieving outsize returns, rather than in timing the market or using leverage.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Arne Schmidt,Managing Partner and CIO, Systematic Absolute Return AG: Focusing on the environmentFri, 07 December 2007 Arne Schmidt outlines the thinking and investment processes that underpin Zurich-based Systematic Absolute Return's new fund of hedge funds, SAR Environmental Fund, and unveils plans to launch a leveraged version by April 2008.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dr Chris Jones, chief investment officer, Key Asset Management: Focusing on developing solutions for investorsFri, 09 November 2007 Chief investment officer Chris Jones outlines Key Asset Management's investment thinking and range of funds of hedge fund investment strategies.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Omar Kodmani, senior executive officer, Permal Investment Management Services: "Many of the funds that are closed to new money are open to us"Fri, 24 August 2007 Senior executive officer Omar Kodmani highlights the investment process and thinking behind the Permal FX, Financials and Futures Fund, to which the London-listed fund of hedge funds fund Dexion Trading is proposing to become a feeder.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Yonatan Gozdanker, Fund Manager, Pamplona Global Emerging Markets Hedge Fund
Fri, 15 June 2007 Yonatan Gozdanker outlines the investment process and strategies underlying Pamplona's newly launched emerging markets fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Christophe Chouard, managing director and head of sales, HDF FinanceFri, 25 May 2007 Managing director and head of sales Christophe Chouard outlines the strategy and investment processes that are driving performance at fund of hedge funds manager HDF Finance.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Cyril Julliard, CEO, Europanel Research & Alternative Asset Management. (ERAAM)Tue, 24 April 2007 Cyril Julliard outlines the strategy and thinking that is driving the performance of Paris-based ERAAM's range of funds, and outlines plans for new launches.
The Hedgeweek Interview - Magnus Olsson, head of funds, London & Capital: Identifying managers at their 'sweet spot'Fri, 16 March 2007 Magnus Olsson, head of funds at London & Capital, says the company is looking to build on the success of its award-winning fund of funds by looking at new opportunities, such as alternative beta products that aim to replicate hedge fund returns and more focused products for investors willing to assume higher risks to achieve higher returns.
The Hedgeweek Interview - Andres Pitchon, senior portfolio manager, Merchant Bankers Associados: Investing in Latin America's economic upswingFri, 02 March 2007 Andres Pitchon says that falling interest rates, rising credit quality and strong economic growth make Argentina and Latin America as a whole an attractive target for investment over the next year.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tracy Pearson, Head of Alternative Investment. Forsyth Partners: Rigorous reviews ensure alpha generationTue, 31 October 2006 Tracy Pearson outlines the investment disciplines that drive the performance of Forsyth Partners' funds of hedge funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Francisco García Paramés and Álvaro Guzmán de Lázaro Mateos, Bestinver Asset Management, Madrid: Adhering to military-style discipline with regards to required IRR/Mon, 23 October 2006 Francisco García Paramés and Álvaro Guzmán de Lázaro discuss the characterisitics that distinguish Madrid-based Bestinver, which is preparing to launch a new hedge fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Kevin Shames, Director, Alpha Asset Management (South Africa) and Fund Manager, Alpha Opportunistic FundTue, 03 October 2006 Kevin Shames highlights the investment process and thinking that differentiates the Alpha Opportunistic Fund, which provides investors with a full currency hedged entry into South African hedge funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Mehraj Mattoo, Global Head, Alternative Investment Strategies, Commerzbank: Moving towards solutionsFri, 11 August 2006 Mehraj Mattoo discusses the investor-focused approach that is shaping the evolution of Commerzbank's funds of hedge funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tim Haywood & Paul McNamara, Julius Baer Investments Limited: Seeking Opportunities across the GlobeMon, 07 August 2006 Tim Haywood & Paul McNamara believe the continuing focus on absolute returns coupled with a greater volatility of returns will work in favour of their Absolute Return Bond Fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: William F. Browder, CEO, Hermitage Capital Management Limited: Driving positive change in RussiaFri, 04 August 2006 William Browder provides a rare insight to the thinking that drives the USD 3.2 billion Hermitage Fund, the world's largest Russia-dedicated investment fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Robin Bowie, Dexion Capital: Standing apart in the fast growing world of listed closed ended alternative investment companiesFri, 21 July 2006 Robin Bowie, founder of Dexion Capital, outlines the trend towards listed closed ended investment companies and highlights Dexion's unique position in this expanding sector…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tim Gascoigne, head of portfolio management, HSBC Republic Investments Limited: The first port of callMon, 03 July 2006 Tim Gascoigne describes the combination of intensive research and market pragmatism driving HSBC Republic Investments' funds of hedge funds…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Fred Siegrist, CEO, RMF: "Innovation is the cornerstone of our strategy"Fri, 30 June 2006 Fred Siegrist provides a compelling insight into the thinking that underpins the investment processes at RMF, the asset management division of Man Group plc…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Sandra Manzke, Manager, Matrix MAX Fund: Taking a longer-term view on the investment portfolioFri, 23 June 2006 Sandra Manzke, Chairman & CEO of MAXAM Capital Management, outlines the thinking behind the Matrix MAX Fund, aimed at the UK market
The Hedgeweek Interview: Paul O'Reilly, Managing Director, IIU Asset Strategies: Consistent Returns in a Competitive MarketFri, 26 May 2006 Paul O'Reilly describes the extensive knowledge of convertible markets, which feeds into IIU Asset Strategies' consistently strong results
The Hedgeweek Interview: Brad Cole, CEO, Cole Asset Management: Focusing on managers with a sustainable edgeThu, 11 May 2006 Brad Cole discusses the strategy and investment processes driving the Tellus Natural Resources Fund, focused on commodities and natural resources.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Alan Goulding & Dr Paul Netherwood of Beach Horizon LLP: Diversity is the KeyFri, 28 April 2006 Beach Horizon co-founders Alan Goulding and Dr Paul Netherwood outline the investment ideas and strategies that define Beach Horizon
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dr Chris Jones, Chief Investment Officer of Key Asset Management: Focusing on developing solutions for investorsFri, 28 April 2006 Chris Jones outlines Key Asset Management's investment thinking and range of funds of hedge fund investment strategies
The Hedgeweek Interview: Edward Horner, Founder/Managing Director of Eden Rock Capital Management LLP: Capturing talent in asset based lendingFri, 21 April 2006 Edward Horner outlines the investment process and stringent risk management procedures driving Eden Rock's investments in asset based lending strategies.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tim Haywood, CIO of Julius Baer Investments Limited: Using self-generated ideas and experience to drive performanceFri, 21 April 2006 Tim Haywood outlines the strategies and thinking behind Julius Baer Investments' range of hedge funds
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ian Cadby, Ermitage Group: Building on strong relationships in JapanThu, 06 April 2006 Ian Cadby outlines Ermitage's manager selection process and outlines the strategy of its Japan Absolute Fund
The Hedgeweek Intervew: Coronation Fund Managers: "Doing fewer things better"Fri, 31 March 2006 Charles Barnick, CEO, Anthony Gibson, Investment Manager & Ken Lewis, Senior Investment Manager, discuss Coronation's investment approach
The Hedgeweek Interview: David Walsh, Managing Director, Appleton Capital Management: "Research is our Edge"Fri, 31 March 2006 David Walsh discusses the ideas and strategies that drive performance at Appleton Capital Management
The Hedgeweek Interview: Philippe Bonnefoy, Director, Cedar Fund: Network of relationships provides competitive edgeFri, 24 March 2006 Philippe Bonnefoy highlights the investment strategy and manager selection criteria for the Cedar Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Julian Mayo, Director, Charlemagne Capital: Managers spearhead company visits across the emerging marketsFri, 10 March 2006 Julian Mayo outlines the strategy and thinking behind the development of Charlemagne Capital's suite of emerging market funds
Virginia Reynolds Parker, Founder & Managing Member, Parker Global Strategies: "The best opportunities today are outside the US"Fri, 10 March 2006 Virginia Reynolds Parker outlines the strategy and thinking that drives Parker Global Strategies in its search for investment opportunities around the world
The Hedgeweek Interview: Barbara Rupf Bee, CEO, HSBC Republic Investments Limited: The challenges of thinking global, acting localThu, 15 December 2005 Barbara Rupf Bee was appointed Chief Executive Officer of HSBC Republic Investments Limited (HRIL), the HSBC Group's dedicated fund of hedge fund investment adviser, in September 2005, replacing Paul Dunning.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Unearthing and backing emerging talent: Edward Horner, Managing Director, Eden Rock Capital ManagementThu, 29 September 2005 Edward Horner outlines the investment process and recent developments at Eden Rock Capital Management, which focuses on asset-based lending funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Searching for alternative talent: Brett Hellerman, CEO of Norfolk Management Group, LLCThu, 08 September 2005 Brett Hellerman, co-founder of Clinton Group, discusses the emerging manager seeding fund he has launched with MassMutual Insurance.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Virginia Reynolds Parker, Parker Global Strategies: Issues surrounding the effective management of risk in FoHFsThu, 25 August 2005 Virginia Reynolds Parker examines the management of risk in FoHFs and outlines a range of issues central to the concerns of managers and investors.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Arié Assayag, Global Head of Hedge Funds, SGAM Alternative InvestmentsFri, 05 August 2005 Arié Assayag outlines the thinking and strategy behind the global development of SGAM AI hedge funds and funds of funds business, plus forthcoming launches.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Building multi-manager hedge fund portfolios: Stenham Advisors PlcThu, 14 July 2005 Kevin Arenson, CIO & CEO, and Harry Wulfsohn, Director, of Stenham Advisors Plc, outline their products, strategy and investment philosophy.
The Hedgeweek Interview: David Lavers, CEO, Chaser Capital LLP.Mon, 18 April 2005 London-based Chaser Capital launched its first currency fund on 14 February. David Lavers outlines the fund's strategy and investment process
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tushar Patel, Director of Alternative Investments and Investment Manager for FoHF businesses at GAIM Advisors Ltd, London.Wed, 24 November 2004 Tushar Patel outlines the strategic thinking that is driving the development of GAIM Advisors' growing range of index-based funds of hedge funds.
The Hedgeweek interview: André du Plessis, CEO, Coronation Fund Managers, LondonThu, 28 October 2004 André du Plessis discusses a wide range of topical issues and outlines the background and strategies at the USD 9 billion institutional asset manager.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Taking hedge fund incubation to the next level: Andrew Bourne and Alan Thomas, Bourne FinancialThu, 28 October 2004 Andrew Bourne, Chief Executive, and Alan Thomas, Legal & Compliance Advisor at Bourne Financial, outline their services for start-up hedge funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Finding success with listed funds of hedge funds: Robin Bowie, Dexion Capital plcWed, 14 July 2004 Dexion Capital plc has successfully completed the third major fund raising for its London-listed closed ended fund of hedge funds, Dexion Absolute Ltd. (DAB-AUM 240m GBP). Robin Bowie outlines Dexion Capital's strategy and plans for new products.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Daniel J. Penseyres. Head of AIS Marketing & Development. Lombard Odier Darier Hentsch & Cie, GenevaMon, 29 March 2004 In 2002 the two Geneva-based private banks Lombard Odier & Cie and Darier Hentsch & Cie merged to form Lombard Odier Darier Hentsch & Cie. Daniel Penseyres outlines LODH's hedge fund investment strategy.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Aiming high with smaller companies: Claire Griffiths, Portfolio Manager, Gibbs Tyser Capital ManagementMon, 15 March 2004 The Maga Smaller Companies Fund Limited is being launched on 1 April by London-based Gibbs Tyser Capital Management Limited (GTCM). Claire Griffiths outlines the background and investment strategy of the new fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ian Cadby, Deputy CIO, Liberty ErmitageMon, 26 January 2004 In this interview Ian Cadby outlines how Liberty Ermitage doubled its assets under management in funds of hedge funds to over US$1 billion over the past year, and is now expanding into the North American market.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Continuous research is the key: David Harding, Managing Director, Winton Capital ManagementSat, 24 January 2004 Now in its seventh year, London-based Winton has delivered consistently positive annual returns and an average annual performance of 21%. Founder David Harding outlines the factors behind Winton's success.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Hugh Lawson, Co-Head Europe, Hedge Fund Strategies Group, Goldman Sachs Asset Management.Tue, 20 January 2004 Goldmans Sachs operates one of the largest funds of hedge businesses in the world . In this interview with Hedgeweek, Hugh Lawson outlines the scale of the business and its strategy in Europe.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Michael Peters, executive board member, EurexThu, 31 May 2007 Michael Peters, a member of the Eurex executive board with responsibility for marketing and sales, outlines the various services and incentives offered by the derivatives exchange to its product users, including market-makers and algorithmic traders.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Joost Lobler, Managing Director, Equity Fund Services: Controlled growth is the key to successFri, 13 April 2007 Joost Lobler outlines the strategy and thinking that is driving the global expansion and growth of Equity Trust's alternative fund services business.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Colin Bugler, Managing Director, Head of Global Equity Finance, and Robert Pitt, Associate Director, Global Equity Finance Sales & Capital, Scotia CapitalMon, 16 October 2006 Colin Bugler and Robert Pitt highlight the strategic focus and thinking that is driving the expansion of Scotia Capital's prime brokerage business.
The Hedge week Interview: Khiem Do, Manager, Baring China Absolute Return Fund: Established investment process drives performanceMon, 14 August 2006 Khiem Do outlines the factors that underline the performance of Baring's China-focused long short fund, which has delivered strong returns.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Jon Hitchon, Head of Global Prime Services, Deutsche Bank: Focusing on smart solutions for hedge fundsFri, 03 February 2006 Jon Hitchon outlines recent changes at Deutsche Bank (DB) and reviews the key hedge fund trends tracked by the Global Prime Services business.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Andrew Collins, Director Business Development, Fortis Prime Fund SolutionsThu, 19 January 2006 Andrew Collins outlines the global development of Fortis Prime Fund Solutions and also highlights some plans for 2006.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Looking at growth beyond the USD 100 billion level: Sean Flynn, Managing Director and Head of UBS Hedge Fund Services.Thu, 01 December 2005 Sean Flynn outlines developments at UBS Fund Services, including the opening of a Toronto fund administration operation in 2006 to service the North American market.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Growing a global platform: Joost Lobler, Chief Commercial Officer, Fortis Prime Fund SolutionsThu, 24 November 2005 Joost Lobler outlines the global development of Fortis Prime Fund Solutions, with funds under administration growing at over 40 per cent this year.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Taking independent pricing to the next level: Peter Jones, Director, Securities Evaluation Services, Standard & Poor'sTue, 11 October 2005 Peter Jones outlines the value-added S&P* fixed income securities evaluation services available to hedge fund managers and institutional investors.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Growing on all fronts: Andrew Collins, Managing Director, Butterfield Fund Services (Bermuda) LimitedSun, 20 March 2005 Andrew Collins outlines recent developments at Butterfield Fund Services, including the appointment of a new Director of Marketing for Europe.
The Hedgeweek Interview: The 2004 Review and Outlook for 2005: Nicholas Roe, European Head, Global Prime Services, Deutsche BankThu, 20 January 2005 Nicholas Roe outlines the reorganisation of London-based Deutsche Bank's Global Prime Services unit, reviews key trends in 2004 and looks ahead at 2005.
The HSBC/Hedgeweek Market Review Series: Japan: Hideki Hashiguchi, Lead Representative, Tokyo, HSBC Alternative Fund ServicesSat, 13 November 2004 Hideki Hashiguchi outlines recent developments in the Japanese hedge funds market, including the size and strategies of new fund launches and investor preferences.
HSBC's Alternative Fund Services Market Review Series: Australian hedge funds feed growing appetite from wrap providersMon, 01 November 2004 Joanne Murphy, SVP Head of Sales, Asia-Pacific, Alternative Fund Services, HSBC, Hong Kong, outlines manager and investor trends in Australia.
HSBC's Alternative Fund Services Market Review Series: Manager and investor trends in the US West Coast hedge funds marketWed, 13 October 2004 Scott Epstein, Head of Alternative Fund Services at HSBC in San Francisco, and Jackie Tomecek, Director of Sales, outline West Coast investment trends.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Offering an Alternative to Prime Broking: Tim Morris, Institutional Sales, IG MarketsMon, 26 April 2004 London-based IG Markets is the broking subsidiary of IG Group. Tim Morris outlines IG Market's growing range of online trading services for emerging hedge fund managers.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Kevin Boscher, Director, Collins Stewart Asset ManagementTue, 23 March 2004 Multi-manager Collins Stewart Asset Management has received an AA rating by Standard & Poor's for six funds of funds it manages. Kevin Boscher outlines the company's investment strategy and success with absolute returns.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Thaddée Tyl, CEO & Partner, Rivoli Fund Management: "Statistics are not everything"Thu, 01 June 2006 Thaddée Tyl outlines the quantitative and systematic strategies that have shaped Rivoli Fund Management
The Hedgeweek Interview: Miguel Ramos Fuentenebro, Managing Partner, Washington Square Investment Management LtdTue, 02 May 2006 Miguel Ramos Fuentenebro outlines the thinking behind Washington Square's recently launched innovative LSE-listed Carador CDO equity fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Fred Siegrist, CEO, RMF: The investment and manager selection processes that drive fund of hedge fund performance.Thu, 26 January 2006 Fred Siegrist provides a compelling insight into the thinking that underpins the investment processes at RMF, the asset management division of Man Group plc.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dimitri Sogoloff. CEO, Horton Point LLCFri, 26 October 2007 Horton Point LLC recently announced plans to launch a quantitative multi-strategy vehicle in the fourth quarter of 2007. In this interview CEO Dimitri Sogoloff discusses the investment process and prospects for the new fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Eric de Sangues, CIO, Avendis Capital: Focusing on quant-driven approach and consistent track recordTue, 24 October 2006 Eric de Sangues outlines the investment process that underpins the hedge funds run by Geneva-based Avendis Capital.
The Hedgeweek Interview: James Bryson & Roland Haas, Managers of the Komodo Fund, and principals of HB Capital PartnersTue, 24 October 2006 James Bryson and Roland Hass outline the investment process and thinking behind the launch of their new multi-strategy fund focusing on Indonesia.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Kevin Boscher, Director-in-Charge and Chief Investment Officer, Collins Stewart Limited: Adding value through asset allocationFri, 16 June 2006 Kevin Boscher predicts that increasing geopolitical risks and tightening global liquidity could result in a major market correction in 2006
The Hedgeweek Interview: Jay R Feuerstein, President, Xenon Capital Management, LLC: "Experience is at the root of all our models"Tue, 13 June 2006 Jay R Feuerstein describes Xenon Capital's 100 per cent systematic, short-term, multi-strategy, low-volatility approach
The Hedgeweek Interview: Christopher Lee, COO of City Fund Management Limited: The benefits of a multi-strategy, multi-manager approachMon, 24 April 2006 Christopher Lee outlines the re-structuring by CFM into multi-strategy and multi manager products producing much higher capacity and more diversification
The Hedgeweek Interview: Erich Bonnet, CIO, Portfolio manager, Kallista Arbitrage Strategies Fund: Rising up to challenges of multi-strategy investingSun, 09 April 2006 Erich Bonnet speaks to Hedgeweek at length about ADI's current strategies and future plans
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dag Rosmo, Managing Partner, Interkraft Capital Management ASA (ICM): Multi-strategy approach to Nordic power tradingFri, 17 March 2006 Oslo-based Dag Rosmo outlines Interkraft Capital Management's trading focus on the Nordic power markets and reveals plans to launch a new fund in 2006
The Hedgeweek Interview: Building an Irish hedge fund house: Gerry O'Neill, Founder and Head of Trading, Broadstone Fund ManagementThu, 22 January 2004 Broadstone Fund Management, part of the Dublin-based Broadstone Capital Group, is preparing to launch two hedge fund strategies on the Irish Stock Exchange.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Adrian Owens, Augustus Asset Managers Limited: "An ideal backdrop for good discretionary currency managers"Tue, 11 March 2008 Adrian Owens, manager of the JB Currency Hedge Fund - Discretionary Segregated Portfolio at Augustus, says the strategy has achieved a consistently attractive profile of returns since January 2004, and expects continued success this year amid high volatility and higher than usual uncertainty.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Shahid Ikram, Morley: "The sell-off in the US dollar is nearing completion"Fri, 22 February 2008 Shahid Ikram, head of sovereign and G7 at Morley and manager on the G7 Fixed Income Fund, argues that there is a significant risk of equity and credit markets both underperforming this year as a result of the potential for further systemic risk over the coming months.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Peter Halloran, Pharos Financial Group (Russia): "We have unique access to primary information about the economy and corporate activity"Fri, 08 February 2008 Peter Halloran, founder and chief executive of specialist Russia and CIS manager Pharos Financial Group, says the firm's presence in Russia and its network of local contacts are the key to a track record of consistent high returns achieved with low volatility.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dan Ascani, managing director, Gemini Futures: Focusing on opportunities in the gold marketsFri, 23 November 2007 Managing director Dan Ascani of Gemini Futures, a CFTC-registered futures introducing broker, commodity pool operator, and commodity trading adviser that launched two hedge funds focused on gold futures earlier this year, says Gemini's strategy represents a hedge against global economic risk and equity market risk.
The Hedgeweek Interview - Charles Supapodok, fund manager, Artemis Silver Fund: "Investor awareness of the silver mining sector is growing"Fri, 09 March 2007 Charles Supapodok says that with silver outperforming gold recently and its price set to continue rising in the coming years, the Artemis strategy based on investment in mining companies is poised to capitalise on growing interest in silver investments and the precious metal itself.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Björn Englund, founder and fund manager, Godvig Capital Management: Managing the risks of investing in IraqFri, 02 February 2007 Björn Englund explains why, despite the continuing stream of gruesome headlines, Iraq is a land of attractive investment opportunities.The Hedgeweek Interview: Björn Englund, founder and fund manager, Godvig Capital Management: Managing the risks of investing in Iraq
The Hedgeweek Interview: Kevin Pilarski, partner and derivative portfolio manager, Kilkenny Capital Management: Focusing on opportunities in the biomedical sectorFri, 26 January 2007 Kevin Pilarski outlines the investment process and analysis that underlies the performance of Kilkenny's biomedical-focused range of funds.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Hillary Duckworth, chief investment officer, Mukwa Fund: Unearthing opportunities in AfricaFri, 19 January 2007 Hillary Duckworth outlines the outlook and opportunities for Mukwa Fund in sub-Saharan Africa.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Sanjiv Shah and Vijay Krishna-Kumar, portfolio managers, Agra India Fund: "Indian equity markets are on a firm long-term growth trajectory"Fri, 08 December 2006 Sanjiv Shah and Vijay Krishna-Kumar outline the investment thinking and processes that will drive the performance of their new India-focused fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: James Morton, Manager, Key Special Situations Fund: Passionate about complex investment opportunitiesFri, 17 November 2006 James Morton outlines the investment thinking that drives the performance of Key Asset Management's new special situations fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: George Nianias, Fund Manager, Denholm Hall Russia Arbitrage Fund; Founder, Denholm Hall Group: "In Russia, it's what you don't know that can hurt you"Tue, 17 October 2006 George Nianias outlines the investment process and local market strength that drives the performance of the Denholm Hall Russia Arbitrage Fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tony Zucker, Head of European Equities, Thames River Capital: Aiming to accurately assess price movementTue, 26 September 2006 Tony Zucker discusses the investment strategies that drive the performance of the Thames River Kingsway Fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Chris J. Clarke, Managing Partner, Westferry Capital Partners LLP: Expecting markets to trend and display volatilityTue, 26 September 2006 Chris Clarke outlines the investment process of the Westferry Global Markets Fund, which opened to third-party accredited investors in September 2006.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Lahrs Buhl, Chief Investment Officer and Partner, Capricorn Asset Management: In search of pure alphaTue, 19 September 2006 Lahrs Buhl of Swiss-based Capricorn Asset Management outlines the investment thinking behind the company's currency programs.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ron Senator, Principal, Sphera Fund Management: Focusing on Israeli and Israeli-related equitiesTue, 19 September 2006 Ron Senator outlines the investment thinking behind the new Puma Sphera fund, a joint venture between Shore Capital of London and Sphera Fund Management of Tel Aviv.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Melissa Hill, Managing Partner, Sabre Fund Management Ltd: Focusing on the quest for alpha generationTue, 12 September 2006 Melissa Hill outlines recent developments at Sabre, including new hire Matthew Isherwood and expansion into new markets such as Japan.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tony Zucker, Head of European Equities, Thames River Capital: Skilled in stock-pickingTue, 12 September 2006 Tony Zucker discusses the strategies behind Thames Rives Kingsway Fund in the current volatile markets.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Peter Brewer, Cumulus Energy Fund: Interpreting weather forecasts to identify catalystsTue, 05 September 2006 Peter Brewer previews the investment process for the Cumulus Energy Fund which is scheduled for launch in October 2006.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Stephen Cohen, Managing Director, Troika Dialog (UK) Ltd: WTO will benefit RussiaThu, 24 August 2006 Stephen Cohen discusses the impact of changes in Russia's political economy on Troika Russia Fund's future plans.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Steven Solmonson, President, Park Place Capital Limited: "We are not market timers and we are not punters"Tue, 25 July 2006 Steven Solmonson explains how Park Place delivers through its strategy of remaining long-biased, moderating exposures and ongoing diversification…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Nick Mann, founder, Oberon Asset Management: Taking an ethical approach to capacityMon, 24 July 2006 Nick Mann discusses Oberon Asset Management's strategies in its area of key competence, the Japanese markets…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Cato Brahde, founder Oceanic Hedge Fund: Excitement in the energy sectorFri, 07 July 2006 Cato Brahde discusses Oceanic Energy Fund's innovative strategies in tapping the growing potential in the energy sector…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Shahid Ikram, Director, High Performance Funds, Morley Fund Management: Exploiting market volatilityFri, 07 July 2006 Shahid Ikram identifies the opportunities and developments in the market cycle that will influence the future growth of Morley G7 Fixed Income Fund…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Gilles Frisch & Gabriel Andraos, Dexia Asset Management: Being rewarded for innovationMon, 26 June 2006 Gilles Frisch and Gabriel Andraos believe the "credit market - neutral" feature of their strategy sets Dexia Credit Arbitrage apart from its competitors
The Hedgeweek Interview: Enrico Angella & Aurelio Matrone, Getraco Asset Management: Maintaining competitive advantage through tight controlMon, 26 June 2006 Enrico Angella and Aurelio Matrone discuss the multi-layered investment strategies that define Getraco's Kkienn European Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Martin Duffy, founder, Claremont Capital Management: Capitalising on European market experienceFri, 16 June 2006 Martin Duffy discusses the strategies and investment disciplines driving Claremont Europe Fund, which is being re-opened to external investors this year
The Hedgeweek Interview: Michael Wexler, Chief Investment Officer & Founder Maple Leaf Capital LLP: An edge from trading four asset classesTue, 13 June 2006 Michael Wexler discusses the strategies and opportunities that are driving the Maple Leaf Macro Volatility Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Robert Macrae, Fund Manager, Arcus Japan Fund: Betting against the latest and greatestMon, 29 May 2006 Robert Macrae outlines the thinking and strategies that go into the Arcus Japan Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Kyle McKay, Leeward Bull & Bear Fund: Willingness and discipline to make quick and objective decisionsFri, 26 May 2006 Kyle McKay outlines the investment discipline that is driving the performance of Leeward Hedge Funds' long/short North American equity fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Andrea Rialas, Founder, Argo Capital Management Ltd: Targeting distressed workouts in emerging marketsWed, 10 May 2006 Andreas Rialas highlights the ideas and vision behind Argo Capital Management's emerging markets-focused funds
The Hedgeweek Interview: Henry Thornton and Rob Brewis, BDT Investment Management Limited: Anticipating a correction in AsiaWed, 10 May 2006 BDT Investment Management co-founders Henry Thornton and Rob Brewis outline the investment thinking that will drive their new BDT Invest Asia Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: David Baker, Founder of Baker Steel Capital Managers LLP: "Well-positioned for consolidation in gold and mining sectors"Mon, 24 April 2006 David Baker highlights the investment ideas that are driving the performance of Baker Steel's Genus Natural Resources Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Diego Wauters, CEO, Coriolis Capital Limited: Strong gains in a niche marketFri, 31 March 2006 Diego Wauters outlines the working of Coriolis Capital Limited, which focuses on strategies for the insurance/reinsurance sector
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ian Lancaster, Fund Manager, Stockbridge Fund Ltd: Repeatable strategy that does not rely upon sector rotation or tradingFri, 24 March 2006 Ian Lancaster unveils the strategies and ideas that go into the working of the Stockbridge Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Neal Goyal, Blue Horizon Asset Management: "There are still a number of uncovered areas of the financial sector that will lead to further turbulence" Thu, 03 April 2008 Neal Goyal, chief investment officer of Blue Horizon Asset Management, outlines his firm's strategy to capitalise on the volatile market environment and continuing fall-out from the sub-prime collapse.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Paul Graham, head of alternatives, business development and distribution, Baring Asset ManagementThu, 15 November 2007 Barings' head of alternatives Paul Graham discusses the investment strategy that underpins the Baring Emerging Market Absolute Return Fund, which was launched in September.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Bryce Markus, portfolio manager and managing principal, BlueMountain Capital Management: "The credit crunch of summer 2007 has not yet played itself out"Fri, 02 November 2007 Bryce Markus, a managing principal at BlueMountain Capital Management, argues that many of the problems affecting credit markets, including the housing crisis, institutions' mistrust of the rating agencies and losses built into banks' balance sheets, have still to be resolved.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Andy Mantel, fund manager, the China Mantou Fund Fri, 06 July 2007 Fund manager Andy Mantel of Pacific Sun Investment Management in Hong Kong outlines his approach to running the USD50m China Mantou Fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tim Seymour, Red Star Asset Management: Unearthing domestic stories offering organic growth and consumer exposureFri, 12 January 2007 Principal Tim Seymour outlines the investment thinking and processes that are driving Red Star's performance in Russia and Eastern Europe.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Petek Kutucuoglu, head of research, GEM Global Equities Management: "Timeliness is fundamental"Fri, 15 December 2006 Petek Kutucuoglu says emerging market hedge fund manager GEM relishes extracting value from complex or obscure opportunities overlooked by the market.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Angus Coupland, CIO Asia, Coupland Cardiff Asset Management LLP: Tailored approach to Asian marketsTue, 31 October 2006 Angus Coupland discusses the investment discipline that drives the performance of the CC Asia Absolute Return Fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: John Monnelly, Lead Manager, Martin Currie Absolute Return Funds - UK Fund: Running Winners, Cutting LosersTue, 05 September 2006 John Monnelly describes Martin Currie's investment processes and the use of the 'Dynamic Stock Matrix'.
The Hedgeweek Interview: John Innes, Manager, MPC Pilgrim Fund: Portfolio construction discipline helps achieve targets with relatively low riskMon, 28 August 2006 John Innes outlines the investment processes that are driving the consistent performance of the MPC Pilgrim Fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Brian McCarthy, Co-founder, Alder Capital: Growing interest from pension funds looking at FX asset classFri, 16 June 2006 Brian McCarthy discusses the systematic processes that drive Alder Capital's absolute return-focused currency investment strategies.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ramiz Hasan & Simon Donne, Fund Managers, Invicta Chikara Japan Fund: Focusing on consistent returnsThu, 01 June 2006 Ramiz Hasan and Simon Donne outline Invicta Chikara Japan Fund's focus on delivering consistent returns with an equity long/short approach
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dino Fuschillo, Martin Currie European Absolute Return Fund: "We will not be phased by short-term noise"Sun, 09 April 2006 Dino Fuschillo, Lead Manager, outlines the strategy and investment process that underpins the performance of Martin Currie's European-focused fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Michael Sonenshine, CEO, MT Thaler Investment Management: "The big story is going to be Turkey"Fri, 17 March 2006 Michael Sonenshine outlines the thinking behind the New Europe Fund managed by MT Thaler, whose principals are based in London and Prague
The Hedgeweek Interview : Dino Fuschillo, Lead Manager, The Martin Currie European Absolute Return Fund: Strong discipline generates resultsFri, 10 March 2006 Dino Fuschillo outlines how discipline of process, buy and sell decisions, and a focus on stock-picking are being using to generate results for his European fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dino Fuschillo, Lead Manager, Martin Currie European Absolute Return FundFri, 16 December 2005 Dino Fuschillo outlines the strategy and investment process that underpins the performance of Martin Currie's European-focused fund.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Tim Gascoigne, Principal Portfolio Manager, HSBC European Absolute LimitedSat, 15 October 2005 Tim Gascoigne has nine years experience in the hedge funds industry and joined HRIL in 1996 after spending three years as an equity researcher and member of the strategy team with Mercury Asset Management.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Delivering targeted returns within stringent risk limits: Frederic Desage-Bonnet, F&C Citrine FundThu, 22 September 2005 Frederic Desage-Bonnet outlines the thinking behind the F&C Citrine Fund, which was launched in May 2004.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Aaron Schindler, Founder, Schindler Trading: Focusing on a small set of strategies and a short holding periodFri, 10 March 2006 Ex-Trout Trading researcher Aaron Schindler spoke to Hedgeweek about the strategic thinking behind his Schindler Fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ben Helm and Alex McKnight, Augustus Asset Managers Limited: "We expect a good deal of new issuance in the convertible bond market" Tue, 04 March 2008 Ben Helm and Alex McKnight, managers of the JB Convertible Bond Fund at Augustus Asset Managers, say the convertible bond market is now the most accessible market for capital-raising by corporates, which will lead to strong supply at relatively good valuations for investors.
The Hedge Week Interview: John Tilney, Investment Manager of Armajaro Commodities Fund Limited: Leveraging on CommoditiesMon, 24 April 2006 John Tilney outlines the USD 180m Armajaro Commodities Fund, which soft-closed on 10 March 2005 and re-opened to new investors in October 2005.
The Hedgeweek Interview: James Hulse, Cumulus Climate Fund: "The US election will change the landscape for alternative energy companies"Thu, 14 February 2008 James Hulse, fund manager of the newly-launched Cumulus Climate Fund, which seeks to profit from the financial impact of climate change, says post-Bali negotiations could dramatically speed up carbon dioxide emissions regulations around the world.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Peter Nicholas, CIO, EN Asset Management: Stress-testing through a 9/11 scenario Thu, 01 June 2006 Peter Nicholas outlines the investment strategy and processes that drive EN Asset Management's Japan-focused fund
The Hedgeweek Interview: Using local market insight to drive performance: Conor O'Mara, Co-Manager, HSBC Global Technology FundThu, 20 October 2005 Conor O'Mara outlines the investment processes that drive the HSBC Global Technology Fund, which was launched on 1 September 2005.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Disciplined process generates consistent returns: Ben Walker, Co-Manager of the Gartmore Global Equity Hedge FundMon, 26 September 2005 The Gartmore Global Equity Hedge Fund was launched on 1 March 2005 and is managed by Neil Rogan & Ben Walker. Current AUM (as at 31st July 2005) is USD 37million.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Focusing on the Canadian Story: Veronika Hirsch, portfolio manager of the BluMont Hirsch Long/Short Offshore FundThu, 23 June 2005 Veronika Hirsch, Chief Investment Officer & Lead Portfolio Manager of Canada's BluMont Capital, outlines the firm's investment approach, products and strategy.
The Hedgeweek Interview: John-Paul Temperley, Martin Currie Absolute Return Funds: "There is a real danger that the first quarter will be very difficult for many companies"Fri, 09 May 2008 John-Paul Temperley, co-manager of the Martin Currie Absolute Return Japan Fund, says the Japanese stock market is currently in the middle of a tricky results season, as companies face rising raw material costs, adverse exchange rate movements and new accounting rules on depreciation, but for some the difficulties will ease as the year goes on.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Stephen Cohen, Troika Dialog Asset Management: "We are a Russian investment firm, rather than a firm that invests in Russia"Fri, 01 February 2008 Stephen Cohen, chief executive for hedge funds at Troika Dialog Asset Management in London, believes the Troika Russia Fund, which has achieved an annualised return of 28 per cent since its launch in May 2006, is set to benefit this year from increased political stability across countries of the former Soviet Union, strong domestic consumption and a long-term infrastructure boom.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Mark Tinker, global portfolio manager, Axa Framlington Absolute Return Gemini Worldview: "The economic impact of the woes in western credit markets has been wildly overplayed"Fri, 30 November 2007 Mark Tinker, manager of the Axa Framlington Absolute Return Gemini Worldview fund, sees long-term growth opportunities in Asia both in the building of physical infrastructure and in the emergence of a financial services infrastructure.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Colin Stewart, portfolio manager, JCClark Focused Opportunities Fund and Focused Opportunities Offshore: "We utilise a fundamental approach in an inefficient market segment"Fri, 09 November 2007 Colin Stewart, portfolio manager with Canadian long/short manager JCClark, says the firm focuses on sectors and ideas that are not widely followed in which it can gain an informational advantage.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Dan Ascani, managing director, Gemini Futures: "An alternative strategy that is truly worthy of the name"Fri, 02 November 2007 Managing director Dan Ascani explains Gemini Futures' three-pronged investment approach that incorporates a conservative fixed-income allocation, gold forward or futures and options contracts to generate Gold Forward Offered Rate income, and long positions using gold futures when the precious metal is - as now - in an uptrend.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ken Murray, Chief Executive, Blue Planet Investment Management: Seeking "the most promising banks in the most promising economies"Mon, 15 May 2006 Ken Murray outlines the single-minded concentration on financial stocks that lies behind the Blue Planet Global Financials Fund, which was launched in March 2006.
The Hedgeweek Interview: James Casper, chief executive, Olive Tree Capital: "We look for automated trading systems that focus solely on liquid markets"Mon, 15 January 2007 James Casper, chief executive of algorithmic trading fund Olive Tree Capital, explains the methodology it uses to source and evaluate automated trading systems.
The Hedgeweek Interview: Paul Mulvaney, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Mulvaney Capital Management: Exploiting price adjustmentsTue, 02 May 2006 Paul Mulvaney highlights the trading and investment characteristics that are driving performance at Mulvaney Capital Management
The Hedgeweek Interview: Melissa Hill, Principal & Chief Operating Officer, Sabre Fund Management Ltd: "We're style agnostic"Fri, 17 March 2006 Melissa Hill highlights the strategies and plans of Sabre Fund Management Ltd, including the launch of a higher risk/return version of its style arbitrage strategy
The Hedgeweek Interview: Lars Kroijer, Founder and Portfolio Manager, Holte Capital Limited: The right balance between returns and risksMon, 03 July 2006 Lars Kroijer describes the unusual combination of event analysis and fundamental value analysis that distinguishes Holte Capital Fund…
The Hedgeweek Interview: Stéphane Galzy, Lead Portfolio Manager, IXIS European Events: Positive outlook for European event-driven opportuntiesWed, 10 May 2006 Stéphane Galzy discusses the current ideas and event-driven strategies on which IXIS European Events is focusing
The Hedgeweek Interview: Ricardo Maxit, CIO, Copernico Capital Partners: Focusing on leadership in Latin American MarketsFri, 24 March 2006 Ricardo Maxit outlines Copernico's approach to exploiting volatility in Latin America, where a potential decrease in liquidity remains the biggest challenge
The Hedgeweek Interview: Unlocking value in Latin America: Ricardo Maxit, Copernico Capital PartnersThu, 28 October 2004 Ricardo Maxit outlines the central elements of Copernico's strategies that focus on producing consistent returns from the Latin American markets. |
