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Leading the hedge fund sector
It is impossible to understand the current success of the Cayman Islands as an offshore financial centre without an examination of the hedge fund industry. Cayman Funds hears from Ernst & Young.
Regulatory reporting and the role of the administrator
Many hedge fund administrators now understand that the services they provide to their clients extend beyond just the calculation of the net asset value and shareholder services. Brian Burkholder explains.
Securing good governance
Good corporate governance is an essential element of any successful fund. Cayman Funds spoke to Greg Robbins of Mesirow Advanced Strategies about the best approaches.
While we wait: a few things to consider while a fund is suspended
Jonathan Fitzgibbons and Simone Proctor comment on IOSCO’s report on suspension regulation and discuss a fund operator’s role when investment fund redemptions are on hold.
Merger and acquisition deals by private equity funds
Several important factors need to be considered during an acquisition by a private equity fund—not least, its exit strategy, as Marc Parrott explains.
Avoiding conflicts of interest in director selection
It is important that a fund’s directors include individuals with no conflicts of interest, and there are pros and cons to selecting them from some of the more obvious sources of candidates. Philip Dickie and Greg Bennett explain.
Well positioned for the future of funds
Despite a global financial climate that continues to pose challenges, Cayman remains an excellent venue for funds. Dave Sims and David Walker of Caledonian Funds Services tell Cayman Funds how the company is positioning itself for the future.
Taking care of business
Fund administrators play a vital role in the smooth—and compliant—operation of offshore funds. Andrew Tyson and Rafael Elias outline the advantages of using a third party administrator.
Striking the right balance
The Cayman government explains how its innovative and flexible approach to business, regulation and technology has contributed to Cayman’s development into a leading financial services centre.
The World’s Favourite Hedge Fund Jurisdiction
Patricia Ward talks to hedge fund managers and allocators about their perception of Cayman as a fund domicile.
