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127. Decoding quant: Why systematic strategies matter for modern investment portfolios

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:57 GMT

As part of our ongoing series revisiting timely and relevant conversations, we’re republishing this episode for listeners who may have missed it the first time around ,a clear, practical look at why quant matters more than ever.

In June 2025, Philip Seager, Head of Portfolio Strategy at Capital Fund Management (CFM), joined The Long-Short to demystify quantitative multi-strategy hedge funds. From navigating volatile markets to building resilient, data-driven portfolios, this episode explores the science behind systematic investing and its role in diversifying risk, enhancing returns, and future-proofing allocations.

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126. Iran’s Chokepoint Strategy: Oil Market’s Breaking Point?

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:10:16 GMT

As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East, this episode of The Long-Short explores what a broader regional conflict could mean for hedge funds, energy markets, and macro positioning.

Damien Bruckard, Co-Founder and Chair of Geopolitical Strategy, explains why the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for roughly 20% of global oil supply, is central to the investment outlook, how disruption could ripple through inflation, rates, and the broader question of US dollar dominance

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125. Hedge funds just had their best year in decades. But, why and what's next?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:05:30 GMT

Last year, hedge funds delivered their strongest performance since the 1990s. In this episode, Freddie Parker, Goldman Sachs’ Managing Director and Co-Head of Prime Insights and Analytics, explains what drove the surge, which investment strategies did best, and how investors are reacting. Freddie also highlights the rebound in quant, why Asia is becoming a growing focus for managers, and what it signals for the year ahead.

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124. Understanding the Evolution of Private Credit

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:40:42 GMT

In this episode of The Long-Short, Chenavari Chief Co-Investments Officer & Head of Investment Solutions Edward Smalley unpacks structural credit, bank–private credit dynamics and mispriced risk. He also explores whether private credit is truly “untested,” and how AI and data are reshaping modern credit investing.

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123. What HBO’s Industry gets right (and wrong) about short selling and investigative journalism

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:29:07 GMT

Financial Times investigative journalist, Dan McCrum, joins The Long-Short to explore the striking parallels between the HBO/BBC drama Industry and the real-world collapse of Wirecard. Drawing on his experience exposing one of Europe’s biggest corporate frauds, Wirecard, Dan explains how accurately the series captures the mechanics of accounting scandals, the controversial but often misunderstood role of short sellers, and the high-stakes reality of investigative reporting.

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122. EM-pire of opportunity: How alternative asset managers are unlocking opportunities in emerging market debt

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:25:56 GMT

In this episode, hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol explore the risks and rewards of emerging market debt - an often misunderstood, high-yielding asset class. Joining them is Polina Kurdyavko, Head of Emerging Markets at RBC BlueBay Asset Management, who shares her expert insights on navigating volatility, managing risk, and uncovering opportunity in today’s shifting macro landscape.

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121. Why Japan is back in focus for alternative investments

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:27:55 GMT

With Japan’s recent election results bringing markets and policy back into the spotlight, this episode of The Long-Short is worth a revisit. Tom Kehoe is joined by Masaki Taniguchi, Founder and COO of Pleiad Investment Advisors, to unpack how Japan’s asset management landscape has evolved from the 1997 deregulation era to today’s “double asset income” policy, and what it means for Japan’s ambitions (and challenges) as a growing hub for alternative investments.

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120. Inside the UAE job market: Trends, tips, and talent shifts

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:13:48 GMT

The UAE is one of the world’s fastest-expanding hubs for hedge funds and other alternative investment firms, attracting people from around the world. Not long ago, we spoke with recruiter Oscar Orellana-Hyder of Cordell Partners to get the inside track on hiring trends, the most in-demand roles, and what it takes to land a job in the rapidly evolving financial centre.

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119. What do allocators want from hedge funds in 2026?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:41:40 GMT

Hedge funds delivered in 2025 and investors are happy but aren’t exactly throwing more money on the table. In this episode of The Long-Short, Tom Kehoe is joined by Hedgeweek’s Manas Singh to unpack the latest AIMA research on why investors still prize hedge funds for uncorrelated returns and capital preservation yet remain cautious on increasing allocations or backing new managers. They break down demand by strategy, the growing pull of private credit, and why fee pressure is still front and centre.

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118. AI is no longer a future concept, it’s reshaping asset management right now

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:20:50 GMT

In this episode of The Long-Short, McKinsey’s Global Head of Technology and AI Kate Smaje cuts through the hype to explain where AI is delivering real value, what agentic AI could change next, and how asset management firms should think about talent, risk, and strategy as AI scales. A practical, forward-looking conversation for leaders navigating the AI moment.

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117. Digital assets in focus: Reflections on 2025 and predictions for 2026

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:36:50 GMT

From crypto ETFs and institutional adoption to tokenisation, DeFi and on-chain markets, we unpack the biggest shifts from 2025 — and what they mean for the future. Henri Arslanian joins us to share his key predictions for the digital assets landscape in 2026.

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116. AIMA's Year in Review 2025

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:10:13 GMT

As 2025 draws to a close, The Long-Short team delivers its annual year in review episode. Host Tom Kehoe unpacks a transformative year marked by seismic geopolitical shifts, the rise of private credit as a defining industry narrative, and landmark legal wins for the industry. Joining him is AIMA CEO Jack Inglis, who reflects on hedge fund performance, a whirlwind year of global advocacy, and what lies ahead for hedge funds and private markets in 2026.

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115. An Insider's guide to Abu Dhabi Finance Week

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:10:54 GMT

This week on The Long-Short, Chris Hughes, Editor-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Finance Week, joins us to preview a record-setting edition of the event, now drawing more than 40,000 attendees and institutions representing over half of global GDP. With more than 70 sessions on the agenda, including the inaugural AIMA Private Credit Summit, we explore how this year’s theme reflects the tightening links between global financial hubs and the growing impact of technologies like AI.

Tom and Drew also unpack Abu Dhabi’s rising influence on the world stage and what this accelerating momentum means for alternative investment managers.

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114. What does the future hedge fund workforce expect?

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:18:36 GMT

This week on The Long-Short, we sit down with David Cartwright Forbes, Head of Specialist Markets, Gallagher Reward & Benefits Consulting, to talk about an asset manager’s most overlooked competitive edge: people. From attracting top talent to keeping teams motivated in an era of rapid tech change and generational shifts, David shares why a forward-looking people strategy is no longer a “nice to have” but a must. We explore how smaller firms can stand out with culture and purpose, how investors increasingly influence workforce priorities, and why flexibility and autonomy now sit at the heart of every great talent plan.

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113. Where could geopolitical shocks hit portfolios next?

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:48:36 GMT

This week on The Long-Short, Tom and Drew are joined by Damien Bruckard, Founder of Geopolitical Strategy, for a trip around the world to map out the economic and political fault lines reshaping global markets, from Trump-era trade shifts and the rise of regional trading blocs to recent record-breaking gold prices and the artificial intelligence capex surge. Damien also charts how India and the Gulf are becoming power players, and signposts where the next geopolitical shock could hit investors' portfolios.

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112. Where do funds live and why does it matter?

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:55:48 GMT

In this episode of The Long-Short, Drew Nicol is joined by Elliot Refson, Head of Funds at Jersey Finance to unpack the relationship between managers and their underlying funds, which operate out of different places around the world. Jersey is one fund domicile among several that has become a key hub in the global investment landscape, from its tax-neutral framework and flexible regulation to its reputation for efficiency and stability.

They discuss how Brexit reshaped the role of fund domiciles, the rise of private credit and digital assets products. The conversation also looks ahead to what’s next for alternative investments, from greater investor diversification to the growing digitalisation of fund structures, and what this all means for the places these funds call home.

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111. Catastrophe bonds - where finance meets the forces of nature

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:58:37 GMT

This week, Tom and Drew dive into one of the most fascinating and fast-evolving areas of alternative investing, insurance-linked securities and catastrophe bonds, where finance meets the forces of nature.

Joined by Tim Yip of ILS Advisers and Steve Smith of Maybole Capital, they explore how investors manage disaster risk, earn uncorrelated returns, and build resilience in a changing climate. Tune in as they unpack what lies ahead for this unique asset class as a new hurricane season approaches.

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110. Why Japan is back in focus for alternative investments

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:55:20 GMT

Japan is back in focus. The Long-Short welcomes Masaki Taniguchi, Founder and COO of Pleiad Investment Advisors, to explore Japan’s evolving asset management landscape — from 1997 deregulation to today’s double asset income policy — and the opportunities and risks shaping its future as a hub for alternatives.

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109. Training the next generation: 10 years of the Point72 Academy

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Ten years ago, Point72 launched a bold initiative to reimagine talent development in the hedge fund world. The result? The Point72 Academy—a programme that’s transformed how buy-side firms find, train, and support future investment professionals.

In this episode, Jaimi Goodfriend shares the Academy’s origin story, how it balances theory with hands-on learning, and what makes its approach unique in a landscape dominated by MBAs, CFAs, and traditional bank pipelines.

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108. AIMA meets the new SEC Chair

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:07:52 GMT

AIMA CEO Jack Inglis joins us fresh from a series of high-level meetings in Washington, D.C. - including one of the first with newly appointed SEC Chair Paul Atkins. Jack shares insights from these critical conversations with US regulators and policymakers, covering key industry priorities such as private credit, digital assets, and regulatory reform.

We also look beyond the US, discussing how AIMA is shaping global policy developments in the UK, Europe, and beyond. A must-listen for anyone tracking the future of alternative investments.

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107. Decoding quant: Why systematic strategies matter for modern investment portfolios

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:51:01 GMT

Philip Seager, Head of Portfolio Strategy at Capital Fund Management (CFM), joins The Long Short to demystify quantitative multi-strategy hedge funds. From navigating volatile markets to building resilient, data-driven portfolios, this episode explores the science behind systematic investing and its role in diversifying risk, enhancing returns, and future-proofing allocations. A clear, practical look at why quant matters more than ever.

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106. Thriving in the UAE: How hedge funds are adapting to regulatory change

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:40:03 GMT

In the final episode of our UAE mini-series, we’re joined by Muneer Khan, Head of Middle East financial services and regulatory practice at Simmons and Simmons. Muneer breaks down the rapid growth of hedge funds in the UAE, the evolving regulatory landscape, how tax benefits are attracting global asset managers to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and what’s to come for the alternatives and fintech space over the next 12 months.

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105. Inside the UAE job market: Trends, tips, and talent shifts

Wed, 28 May 2025 08:34:13 GMT

In part two of our UAE mini-series, we’re joined by recruiter Oscar Orellana-Hyder of Cordell Partners to get the inside scoop on hiring trends, in-demand roles, and what it takes to land a job in the UAE's fast evolving financial hub.

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104. Navigating the UAE: How do you succeed in the UAE financial sector?

Wed, 21 May 2025 11:07:10 GMT

We’re delighted to announce the first of three podcast specials which focuses on one of the most dynamic regions in global finance - the UAE.

In the first of these episodes, we’re joined by Clare Curtis, Head of ACA Effecta, and a true expert on the UAE’s regulatory and compliance landscape. With over a decade of experience, Clare shares her insights on the hedge fund boom, fintech momentum, and what it takes to build a successful presence in this fast-growing hub.

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103. What Chinese high net worth investors want in 2025

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:23:45 GMT

What’s driving China’s elite investors in 2025? In this must-listen episode, Jeff Li, CEO of Olive Asset Management, reveals how high-net-worth individuals are navigating hedge funds, private markets, ESG, and global diversification. From Hong Kong to global capital flows—get insider insights on how Chinese high net worth investors are thinking.

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102. EM-pire of opportunity: How alternative asset managers are unlocking opportunities in emerging market debt

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:52:10 GMT

This week on The Long-Short, hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol explore the risks and rewards of emerging market debt—an often misunderstood, high-yielding asset class. Joining them is Polina Kurdyavko, Head of Emerging Markets at RBC BlueBay Asset Management, who shares her expert insights on navigating volatility, managing risk, and uncovering opportunity in today’s shifting macro landscape.

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101. Beyond ChatGPT – the real-world impact of AI in asset management

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:14:54 GMT

In the latest episode of The Long Short, Tom and Drew revisit the generative AI revolution and its impact on asset management. We welcome back Dr. Mohammad Rasouli, CEO of AIX2 to discuss how hedge funds are deploying generative AI, whether machines can make asset allocation decisions, and how his firm is helping investors future-proof their strategies.

Dr. Rasouli first joined The Long-Short in 2023, and you can listen to episode 72 here. You can connect with Dr. Rasouli via his LinkedIn profile and email, mrasouli@aix2.ai.

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100. Family Fortunes

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:01:31 GMT

Family offices are some of the most influential yet often overlooked players in the hedge fund world. Managing the wealth of ultra-high-net-worth individuals and multi-generational dynasties, they quietly shape markets behind the scenes.

In this episode of The Long-Short, co-hosts Tom and Drew sit down with AIMA Global Investor Board member Chloe Duanshi, Head of Macro & Investment Strategy at Rockefeller Capital Management—one of the most storied names in the family office space.

Chloe shares an insider’s perspective on how family offices navigate alternative investments, from hedge funds to private credit and commodities. She also breaks down the growing push for regulatory clarity in digital assets and discusses the transformative role AI could play in shaping the future of U.S. economic dominance and fiscal sustainability.

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99. Hedge funds and the media: Friends or foes?

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:42:55 GMT

The hedge fund industry has always intrigued the general public, making eye-catching headlines and inspiring bestselling books and hit TV shows. But, when it comes to media engagement, many fund managers remain hesitant. In this episode of The Long-Short, host Drew explores the complex and sometimes fraught relationship between the financial press and hedge fund managers.

Our guest is long-time hedge fund reporter Will Wainewright, founder of Alternative Fund Insight, who shares insider tips on what makes a hedge fund story newsworthy, how firms can build strong media relationships the right way, and the common pitfalls to avoid.

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98. Has multi-manager mania peaked?

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 17:21:14 GMT

This week on The Long-Short, hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol are joined by Sean McGould, CEO and CIO of Lighthouse Group, for an insightful conversation on the future of multi-manager platforms. Sean unpacks the key differences between multi-manager and multi-strategy, highlighting what the model offers and how Lighthouse fits into the constellation of mega managers.

Sean also gives his perspective on what we can learn from Trump's first administration as Trump 2.0 gets underway regarding how markets may behave in 2025. Plus, hear why he’s optimistic about a resurgence in equity capital markets in 2025.

Disclaimer: Lighthouse Investment Partners, LLC (Lighthouse) and its wholly owned subsidiaries are collectively referred to as the “Lighthouse Group.” Any Lighthouse views presented in this podcast are for educational purposes only. Any information provided is not intended as investment advice, as an offer or solicitation of an offer to sell or buy, or as an endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship of any company, security, advisory service or fund. Information is based on the opinions of Lighthouse which is subject to change based on the markets or other conditions. Certain information contained in this podcast constitutes “forward-looking statement” which is inherently uncertain and actual events or results may differ from those projected. Therefore, undue reliance should not be placed on such forward-looking statements and information. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future outcomes. Lighthouse views and statements included in this podcast do not purport to address the financial objectives or specific investment needs of any investor or organization and should not be relied upon for investment decisions.

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97. Breaking Down Crypto’s Big Year: Henri Arslanian Talks 2024 and Beyond

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:18:09 GMT

Amid the surge of Bitcoin ETFs and institutional adoption, 2024 was a game-changing year for digital assets. In this episode of The Long-Short, host Tom Kehoe sits down with crypto industry expert Henri Arslanian to unpack the year’s top developments, including record-breaking market performance, regulatory milestones, as well as how to tackle the issue of debanking.

Plus, Henri shares his bold predictions for 2025, will this be the breakout year for tokenized real-world assets to the next wave of institutional crypto adoption.

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96. 2024 Year in Review

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:53:13 GMT

As 2024 draws to a close, the Long Short team delivers its annual year in review episode. Hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol unpack a transformative year marked by seismic political shifts, groundbreaking legal victories for the alternative investment industry, and the resurgence of key markets like crypto and APAC. Joining them is AIMA CEO Jack Inglis, who shares insights from a whirlwind year of advocacy and engagement, plus what’s next for private markets and hedge funds in 2025.

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95. Back to the Future – Why Portable Alpha is back making headlines again

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:52:14 GMT

On this episode of The Long-Short, we dive into the resurgence of Portable Alpha. Once a go-to strategy for institutional investors like pension funds and endowments, it became a cautionary tale after the 2008 financial crisis. Now, nearly two decades later, it’s back in the spotlight. What’s driving its revival? How has the strategy evolved, and why are investors rekindling their interest? This week Anne-Marie Fink, CIO, Private Markets & Funds Alpha at the State of Wisconsin Investment Board and Co-Chair of the AIMA Global Investor Board, unpacks the past, present and future of Portable Alpha.

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94. Trump 2.0: What will happen next?

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 12:37:33 GMT

This week, Daniel Austin, Head of US Markets Policy and Regulation, and Joe Engelhard, Head of Private Credit and Asset Management Policy, Americas, join The Long-Short from Washington to give their initial reaction on how the Trump Administration will impact the private funds industry.

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93. Exploring the next generation of hedge funds

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:48:26 GMT

In this episode of The Long-Short, we dive into the often-overlooked world of smaller and emerging hedge funds. While 75% of global hedge funds manage less than $500m in assets, these entrepreneurial managers are rarely highlighted in mainstream media, which tends to focus on multi-billion-dollar firms.

For nearly a decade, AIMA has tracked the growth and challenges of this sector, and our latest report, Standing Strong: The 2024 Emerging Manager Survey, offers fresh insights into everything from the costs of running a hedge fund to the milestones firms must hit on their way to becoming billion-dollar managers. Joining us to discuss these key findings is Lawrence Obertelli, Head of EMEA Prime Services Sales at Marex Prime Solutions, and a long-time contributor to AIMA’s research on start-up hedge funds.

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92. How better data will shape the future of private markets

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 14:29:02 GMT

The growth in private markets has exploded over the past decade to a record $13 trillion AUM and the runaway growth shows no signs of stopping. As such, the asset class is under increasing scrutiny from a variety of stakeholders, including investors, governments, and the media. Leon Sinclair, Executive Vice President at Preqin joins The Long-Short team to discuss all of this, and how better data will shape the future of private markets and its role in the broader investment landscape.

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91. Inside Hedge Funds: Strategy shifts, Market Influence and What’s Next

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:10:37 GMT

Today’s episode of The Long-Short explores the current state of the hedge fund industry, examining which hedge fund strategies have thrived and which have faced challenges this year. The Long-Short host Tom Kehoe is joined by Roark Stahler, the US head of strategic consulting at Barclays Capital Solutions to discuss hedge funds' market influence, crowded trades, and their impact on key markets like currencies and commodities. Plus, insights on the hedge fund launch pipeline and what to expect as we close out the year.

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90. Regulatory rumble: The US SEC’s latest shakeups in asset management

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:23:05 GMT

What happens when a court strikes down a US SEC rule? What's next on the SEC’s agenda for asset managers? And how are AIMA’s key legal challenges evolving?

The Long-Short returns from its summer hiatus to answer these questions and more as host Tom Kehoe is joined by Daniel Austin, Head of US Markets Policy and Regulation at AIMA, to dissect the most recent regulatory storms sweeping through the US asset management industry, examine what lies ahead for the US SEC in the lead-up to the US elections, and provide crucial updates on AIMA’s ongoing legal challenges that could reshape the regulatory landscape.

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89. Championing Net Zero – the power of private investment in tackling climate change

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:53:17 GMT

Fresh from his appearance at AIMA’s annual ESG conference, the Long Short team was delighted to sit down with The Rt Hon Chris Skidmore, former Minister for Energy and Chair of the UK Net Zero review. Skidmore offers his thoughts on the new labour government and how private investment can play a critical part to combat climate change.

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88. Hedge Funds 2024 – Half-Time Report

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:21:28 GMT

What an eventful year it has been already, stock markets have defied expectations despite election turmoil and geopolitical tensions. But how are hedge funds faring? Join us as Ken Heinz, President of HFR delivers his much-anticipated half-time report for the hedge fund industry.

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87. How a humble fish has changed the face of US lawmaking

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:16:41 GMT

US government agencies now face greater scrutiny in the rulemaking process with the Supreme Court overturning the landmark Chevron Doctrine. Will this new dynamic usher in a new age of cooperation between industry representatives and rule makers? AIMA hopes so. Nick Morgan, founder of ICAN, walks us through this substantial change to the US regulatory landscape?

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86. How to build your hedge fund network

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 10:58:32 GMT

This week, we're diving into the hot topic of the wars of talent, and specifically, new talent, in the financial services and asset management industries. Everyone has a take on it, whether they're employers or employees. The big question: how do we attract and keep the brightest minds and the leaders of tomorrow, who are also being wooed by banks, tech firms, consultants, and more?

Building a sense of community and belonging for newcomers in the alternative investment industry may be the key. That’s why AIMA launched the Young Professionals Network in Australia in 2019. The initiative addresses the gap in opportunities for young professionals, often overshadowed by events dominated by senior figures.

Five years on, this network has flourished, offering young talent a blueprint for networking, professional growth, and community building. Today, we're thrilled to be joined by Charlotte Adair, the inaugural chair of the Young Professionals Network and an Associate Director on the UBS Prime Sales team, who helps answer how the financial services industry can stand out in the war for young talent. We also heard from Michael Gallagher, AIMA’s Head of Australia, who spearheaded the networks’ launch.

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85. Are hedge funds safe from PFAR now?

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:40:59 GMT

The SEC’s Private Fund Adviser Rule (PFAR) was struck down decisively by the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit following a suit by AIMA and other trade bodies to protect the private funds industry from unlawful regulatory overreach.

The story is not over, however. The SEC still has cards to play, including requesting a re-hearing and an appeal to the Supreme Court. Until those options are exhausted, the rules are not dead-dead.

AIMA’s Global Head of Asset Management Regulation and Sound Practices, Jennifer Wood, outlines the various scenarios that could play out over the next few months before the industry is safe from PFAR once and for all.

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84. Beyond the hype: Uncovering the real value of digital asset technology

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 14:19:21 GMT

Everyone is talking about how cryptocurrencies have come roaring back this year, but are we missing an even bigger story in the digital asset universe? Beyond the buzz of Bored Apes and Bitcoin, tokenization and blockchain technology has the potential to radically transform traditional finance infrastructure, according to Annalise Osborne, the Chief Business Officer at Kadena, and soon-to-be author.

Her book ‘From Hoodies to Suits: Innovating Digital Assets for Traditional Finance’ – out 12 June – lays out how the digital asset and TradFi constituents can join forces to maximise the value of this innovative technology. The Long-Short co-hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol welcomed Annalise into the studio to find out more.

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ICYMI - Unpacking the reality of Gen AI

Wed, 22 May 2024 13:36:01 GMT

What would you ask an AI investment guru, seasoned in activating AI for elite private equities at McKinsey, now guiding hedge funds in leveraging AI to invest in alternative assets, transforming both their core operations and back-office activities?

Dr. Mohammad Rasouli, a Stanford AI researcher joined AIMA's Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol us to delve into the transformative potential of AI in our daily lives and answer whether AI is going to be evolutionary or revolutionary in how we do business.

To listen to the full episode, look for episode 72 of The Long-Short.

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82. Explained: US & UK elections' historical impact on markets

Thu, 16 May 2024 10:14:44 GMT

New research into the past 100 years’ worth of elections in the US and UK has revealed how equity, fixed income, and commodity markets may react when people head to the polls later this year.

In this episode, Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol sit down with Henry Neville, portfolio manager at Man Group and regular guest on The Long-Short podcast. Together, they explore how this year's possible election outcomes may influence financial markets and impact investors.

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81. UK 'name and shame' proposal and US non-compete ban unpacked

Fri, 10 May 2024 10:03:06 GMT

This week, we discuss two highly controversial regulatory developments shaking up the financial industry that you need to be aware of. First, we'll explore the UK financial watchdog's highly contentious 'name and shame' proposal. Then, we'll cross over to the US, where a new ban on non-compete agreements has sent shockwaves through the financial markets.

Joining The Long-Short podcast host, Drew Nicol, to get the inside scoop on these issues is James Hopegood, former FCA official and now a director at AIMA specialising in asset management regulation. Alongside him is Suzan Rose, a senior adviser to AIMA. They'll help us unpack these regulatory developments and understand what they mean for the alternative investment industry.

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ICYMI - A hedge fund launch roadmap

Wed, 01 May 2024 15:03:22 GMT

Last year, fresh from speaking at AIMA's Next Generation Manager Forum, Elissa von Broembsen-Kluever, Partner & MD at Omni Partners, spoke to The Long-Short's co-host Drew Nicol about the lessons and insights she learned as her firm grew, including how to hire the right people, engage with prospective allocators, and keep investors happy.

This year, AIMA's annual Next Generation Manager Forum will take place the 23 May at The Royal Institution. The Forum will provide a platform for the exchange of ideas and the development of peer networking for senior individuals at alternative asset management businesses managing up to $500m in hedge and private credit assets. For more information, visit aima.org/events.

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80. From start-up to standout: A guide for emerging managers

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:15:44 GMT

Industry commentators have suggested that as much as 95% of the hedge fund industry's total assets are in the hands of a few super asset managers, leaving very little to be invested in early-stage firms. It only gets trickier for start-ups with the rising barrier to entry as regulatory and operational costs continue to mount.

Thankfully, there is help on hand as Chris Winiarz, CIO of Stable, a multi-billion-dollar investment firm dedicated to helping ambitious fund founders, joins Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol to offer invaluable guidance to emerging managers aiming to navigate this competitive landscape.

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ICYMI - What’s it like trying to take down a multi-billion-dollar financial giant?

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:48:41 GMT

The Financial Times was at the forefront of uncovering the $2 billion fraud at the centre of Wirecard’s accounts, leading to the German payment processing giant’s collapse in 2020.

Two years on, the lead investigative journalist Dan McCrum sat down with The Long-Short to discuss his new book, Money Men, which details how his team, assisted by a cast of committed short sellers, exposed the truth.

To hear the full conversation, search for episode 32 of The Long-Short on your preferred podcast platform or visit AIMA.org and search for The Long-Short.

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79. Higher for Longer – Navigating geopolitical and other global macro trends in 2024

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:20:12 GMT

It's been almost two years to the day since global central banks embarked on one of the most synchronized rapid monetary tightening cycles in modern-day economic history, to tame runaway higher levels of inflation following the COVID pandemic.

While the worst may be over, central banks caution that with rising government debt and geopolitical tensions all stirring the pot, global financial markets will continue to face mounting challenges.

Amid this period of uncertainty, Anna McCutcheon, co-founder of Shikuma Capital joins Drew and Tom to talk through what is likely to be another fascinating year in global markets.

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78. Is India the next big play for alternative assets?

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:48:39 GMT

With its economy among the global top performers and poised to enter the world's top three within the next few years, India's asset management industry stands on the brink of extraordinary growth. Shiv Sehgal of Nuvama Capital Markets shares his insights on the booming potential for alternative assets in India.

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77. The SEC still thinks hedge funds are dealers. What happens next?

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:06:15 GMT

The biggest event of the year so far for hedge funds was the US SEC's recent finalisation of its new definition of a securities dealer. After a year of waiting, the final text is now available, confirming that private funds would be in scope, throwing our industry into uncharted territory by undermining the century-old understanding that hedge funds were customers of dealers, not dealers themselves. So, what exactly does this mean for the industry? Where do we go next?

Joining us to answer these questions and unpack this seismic shift in the definition of a dealer is AIMA's Head of US Markets Policy and Regulation, Daniel Austin. Daniel joins us from AIMA's Washington office to break down the US SEC's final rule text, its implications for hedge funds, and what comes next.

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76. What’s on the horizon for hedge fund investors in 2024?

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:43:33 GMT

With the dust well and truly settled now on 2023, there has been plenty of talk about the value of active investments. So how did hedge funds do? How active will investors be in 2024 in the hedge fund space? Join us as we sit down with Roark Stahler, co-author of Barclays Capital Solutions 2024 Hedge Fund Outlook, to dissect the latest trends and predictions shaping the hedge fund landscape. From assessing the performance of hedge funds in 2023 to forecasting investor activity in the year ahead, Roark shares invaluable insights that every investor needs to hear.

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75. The crypto revolution continues!

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 10:09:19 GMT

Dive into the latest Long-Short Podcast episode, where Henri Arslanian, renowned crypto commentator, and Co-Founder of Nine Blocks Capital, unpacks the year's biggest stories. From the US's landmark Bitcoin ETF approval to the seismic shifts in NFTs and Solana, get the inside scoop on what's shaping the future of digital assets. Tune in for a no-holds-barred look into crypto's thrilling journey over the coming 12 months!

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74. Understanding multi-manager mania

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:10:47 GMT

The multi-manager model is being billed as the fastest growing sector in the hedge fund industry with media and investors alike enamoured by the major players in the space.

Freddie Parker, Managing Director and Co-Head of Prime Insights and Analytics at Goldman Sachs, joins us to explain what is behind the rise of the multi-manager model and signposts some key trends that must be navigated to sustain the growth amid rising interest rates and an intense talent war.

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73. AIMA's Global Review of the Year 2023, in conversation with AIMA CEO, Jack Inglis

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:03:16 GMT

In the last episode of The Long-Short of 2023, AIMA CEO, Jack Inglis, looks back at one of the busiest-ever years for the association and the alternative investment industry, and sets out AIMA's stall for what to expect in 2024.

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Perspectives: Season 1 Wrap-up

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:55:57 GMT

Over 10 interviews with industry leaders representing close to 250 years of leadership in the alternative asset management space and over 250 billion in assets under management, Tom Kehoe and John Budzyna reflect on the Perspectives podcast series that explored what the future of the alternative asset management industry looks like.

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Perspectives: Graham Goldsmith, Cross Ocean Partners

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:00:25 GMT

Episode 10 of Perspectives our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speaks to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world continues with Graham Goldsmith, CEO and Co-CIO of Cross Ocean Partners.

The surge of private credit has been fuelled by various factors, including a decreasing reliance on traditional banks. This shift, although not entirely new, has gained renewed attention in the past year. To gain deeper insights into this phenomenon, we're joined by Graham Goldsmith, a seasoned expert with over three decades of experience in credit markets. Graham shares his experiences through the private credit revolution, as well as how leveraging regulatory changes has helped Cross Ocean grow into a multi-billion dollar investment firm.

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Perspectives: Doug Monticciolo, Brevet Capital Management

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 07:00:35 GMT

Episode 9 of Perspectives our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speaks to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world continues with Doug Monticciolo, CEO, CIO and Co-Founder of Brevet Capital Management.

From the glory of standing on the podium at the endurance road biking world championship to helming a multi-billion dollar investment firm, Doug shares his extraordinary journey into finance and how he is now helping government agencies solve complex problems and drive a positive social impact.

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72. Full steam ahead or just hype – Unpacking the reality of Gen AI

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:57:18 GMT

Dr. Mohammad Rasouli, a Stanford AI researcher joins us to delve into the transformative potential of AI in our daily lives and answer whether AI is going to be evolutionary or revolutionary in how we do business.

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71. What’s coming next from the US SEC?

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 10:58:40 GMT

Several major open files on the SEC’s regulatory proposal agenda are expected to see updates in the coming weeks. The Long-Short welcomes back AIMA’s Daniel Austin, Director of US Policy and Regulation in Washington D.C., who gives a timely update on the SEC’s Dealer Rule proposal and Treasury Clearing proposal, while also providing the latest on AIMA’s legal challenge to the Private Fund Advisor Rule.

Expect to learn why these issues are a top priority for AIMA’s advocacy team and membership, along with the key dates for your diary in Q4 and beyond.

Please note, these issues remain highly fluid and we plan to release an update to this episode later in November, to address expected updates to these files in the coming weeks.

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70. How to survive and thrive as a buy-side analyst

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 08:56:11 GMT

New analysts at hedge funds often have to learn on the job, and fast! One former portfolio manager who went through it the hard way is lowering the ladder to those behind him through an intensive hedge fund boot camp that teaches the fundamental survival skills needed to make it as a buy-side analyst. We hear from Brett Caughran, who brings experience from his time at major hedge funds including Two Sigma, Citadel, and Schonfeld, to his new training firm Fundamental Edge, on how he’s bringing much-needed structure to the buy-side training process.

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Perspectives: Sean McGould, Lighthouse

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:07:28 GMT

Episode 8 of Perspectives, our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speak to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world, continues with a fascinating conversation with the Founder, CEO and CIO of Lighthouse Investment Partners, LLC (Lighthouse) Sean McGould.

Sean shares with listeners the lessons he's learned as both the CEO and CIO of Lighthouse, which currently manages over US$15 billion of assets. From the need to roll with the punches in the dynamic world of alternative investments, to the importance of succession planning as the industry embarks upon a “generational change”, he also cautions why starting a fund today is harder than ever, and what daring entrepreneurs can do to rise to the challenge of setting up their own business.

Any Lighthouse Investment Partners, LLC (Lighthouse) views presented in this podcast are for educational purposes only. Information is based on the thoughts and opinions of Lighthouse which is subject to change based on the markets or other conditions. Any information provided is not intended as investment advice, as an offer or solicitation of an offer to sell or buy, or as an endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship of any company, security, advisory service or fund. This podcast does not purport to address the financial objectives or specific investment needs of any investor or organization and should not be relied upon for investment decisions. All investments are subject to risks, including fluctuation in value and total loss of principal investment.

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Perspectives: Jane Buchan, Martlet Asset Management

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 08:23:51 GMT

Episode 7 of Perspectives, our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG hears from alternative investment industry leaders from around the world, welcomes Jane Buchan, CEO of Martlet Asset Management.

Jane’s career path is a truly remarkable one, from being an elite sportswoman in the field of US college athletics to co-founding one of the world’s largest fund of funds. Jane opines on a wide range of evolving market trends such as the rise of AI and ESG, the evolving GP/LP dynamic as well as the growing influence of digital assets and how this all impacts the alternative asset management industry.

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Perspectives: Robyn Grew, Man Group

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 08:45:17 GMT

Episode 6 of Perspectives, our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speak to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world, begins with the new CEO of Man Group, Robyn Grew.

From her beginnings as a barrister to leading the world's largest publicly traded hedge fund, Robyn shares the invaluable insights she gathered on her journey. She emphasises viewing AI as an ally rather than an adversary and passionately labels it the "tech story of forever." While outlining her optimism about the future of the alternative investment industry, Robyn firmly believes in actively championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, highlighting the sector's need to truly "walk the walk."

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69. How does impact investing affect me?

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 13:23:02 GMT

INOKS Capital is one of the oldest impact investing firms and focuses on the agriculture, energy and metals sectors. Content & Public Relations Manager Giulia Schuck joins The Long-Short to explain what impact investing can achieve, the nuts and bolts of building a portfolio of loans in emerging markets, and why the sector is so attractive to investors right now.

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Perspectives: Robert Koenigsberger, Gramercy

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:30:22 GMT

Episode 5 of Perspectives our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speaks to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world continues with Robert Koenigsberger, Founder, Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner at Gramercy.

Dive into Robert's captivating journey over the last 25 years, from launching Gramercy—a multi-billion dollar investment powerhouse—to navigating the intricacies of emerging markets across the globe. He passionately argues that ESG is more than just a checkbox—it's an ethos. As he addresses the complexities introduced by globalisation, he cautions about the challenges it presents today. Join him as he unveils the keys to success.

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68. Getting under the hood of the Private Fund Adviser Rule

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:25:09 GMT

Recently, the US SEC finalised the 'Private Fund Adviser Rule', arguably the most profound set of regulatory changes that will significantly change the private funds industry. Given the magnitude of these changes, AIMA, in collaboration with other industry bodies, has taken the unprecedented step of pursuing legal action against the US regulator, arguing that these rules overstep the agency's legal authority and are unlawful.

What led to this moment? Why do these rules hold such significance? What repercussions might they have for the rest of the world? And what steps can the wider industry take to prepare?

To answer these questions and delve deeper into this development, we are joined by a world-leading authority in the field: Jennifer Wood, AIMA's Global Head of Asset Management Regulation & Sound Practices.

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Perspectives: Mark Wong, Dymon Asia

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 08:41:04 GMT

Episode 4 of Perspectives our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speaks to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world continues with Mark Wong, Co-CEO, COO and CRO of Dymon Asia.

Mark recalls the defining moments of his career and the decisions he made that led to him spearheading a multi-billion dollar investment management firm. He underscores the invaluable role of seeking out and wholeheartedly trusting mentors on his journey. Mark also outlines his anticipation for the battle for top-tier talent in the industry to rage on and expresses his unwavering readiness to confront it head-on.

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Perspectives: Anthony Todd, Aspect Capital

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:13:01 GMT

Episode 3 of Perspectives our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speaks to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world continues with Anthony Todd, CEO and Co-Founder of Aspect Capital.

Anthony shares with listeners the best advice he received at the inception of his now multi-billion-dollar investment management firm, emphasising how the virtues of patience and conviction were crucial to its success. He also underscores the potential risks AI poses to intellectual property and offers insight into how Aspect wove its cultural principles into its DNA from day one.

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Perspectives: Ken Tropin, Graham Capital Management

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:02:13 GMT

Episode 2 of Perspectives our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speaks to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world continues with Ken Tropin, Chairman and Founder of Graham Capital Management.

Ken recalls how he started one of the largest investment funds in the world and how even a quarter-century later, his fervour remains as intense as ever. Ken also underlines the importance of impeccable risk management as the bedrock of any successful firm, and the indispensable need to stay on the cutting edge when it comes to AI, where the buzz shows no signs of abating.

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Perspectives: Seth Fischer, Oasis Management

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 09:04:14 GMT

Episode 1 of Perspectives our dedicated series where AIMA, in partnership with KPMG, speak to alternative investment industry leaders from around the world begins with Seth Fischer, Founder and CIO of Oasis Management. Seth recalls the story of how he ended up in Hong Kong running one of the largest activist investment funds in the world as well as giving us an insight into his investment strategy in emerging markets and his unique experience in Japan. He also explains how he approaches attracting top talent to his firm and how he is embracing new technology such as artificial intelligence to retain his edge in an increasingly competitive market, and much more besides.

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ICYMI: Is the hype around UAE's growth as a hedge fund hotspot justified?

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 08:38:36 GMT

There has been plenty of noise in recent months regarding alternative investment funds migrating to the United Arab Emirates with some of the largest names in the industry among those setting up shop in the region. To get an on-the-ground report on whether we should believe the hype The Long-Short speaks to Muneer Khan, Middle East Managing Partner at Simmons & Simmons, who joins to discuss the buzz around growth in the Middle East.

Separately, the Long-Short team has been working on something new and quite special. We've partnered with KPMG to bring you something a little different, the ‘Perspectives’ series.

Perspectives is a dedicated series of conversations with leading CEOs and founders of alternative investment firms from around the world. Over the next few months, we will bring listeners along with us to hear from industry leaders on a variety of areas, including how to attract and retain top talent in the context of the fierce war for talent out there, as well as how to navigate the increasingly complex operational scaling challenges of running a modern investment funds business and much, much more.

The first episode of Perspectives will be published next week. Stay tuned.

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67. The asset managers that shall not be named

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 09:42:32 GMT

First, they were called “shadow banks”, then they were “non-banks”, neither of which provides much insight into what they are. Who are these amorphous NBFIs and why are regulators so concerned about their potential impact on global financial stability?

To define the indefinable AIMA’s Jiří Król is joined by Karl Wachter, General Counsel at Magnetar Capital and AIMA’s chair, and Martin Moloney, Secretary General of IOSCO to unpick the muddled debate over whether an investment fund can be a bank and how it should be treated by regulators if it does bank-like things.

Among the many areas discussed are private funds’ risk management processes, use of leverage, and liquidity challenges.

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66. What do hedge funds think of crypto in 2023?

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 13:11:22 GMT

The 5th Annual Global Crypto Hedge Fund Report (2023), a new research piece from AIMA, PwC and CoinShares, is out now providing some much-needed insight and data to the pressing questions around the current sentiment of traditional hedge funds and crypto fund managers towards the digital asset investment space today.

To delve into the findings, Drew Nicol is joined by a couple of the report’s authors, Peter Brewin, a Partner at PwC Hong Kong, and James Delaney, a Director in AIMA’s Government Affairs team and central figure in AIMA’s Digital Assets Working Group (AIMA DAWG). The in-depth conversation covers emerging trends, investment strategies, evolving market structure, regulatory efforts and industry reaction to 2022 crypto market events.

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65. Part II: The most important court case you’ve never heard of

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:39:48 GMT

This week, we delve back into the most consequential legal campaign by the US SEC you may still not be aware of. AIMA is standing as a friend of the court against the regulator's endeavour to redefine the nearly century-old definition of a securities dealer.

As we stand on the cusp of several court rulings that could up-end the market dynamic as we know it, we examine another unusual case the SEC has brought forward in its under-the-radar attempt to significantly widen the net of the Exchange Act.

To navigate you through the twists and turns of this legal saga we are joined by Gabriel K Gillett, Partner at Jenner & Block, and Suzan Rose, AIMA's Senior Advisor for Government and Regulatory Affairs who are closely linked to one of these newer cases: Keener v SEC.

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64. Football and the Moneymen: Is football the next big thing for hedge funds and private equity?

Wed, 31 May 2023 08:24:27 GMT

Football ownership has rapidly transformed in recent years, shifting away from local businesses and family enterprises to an era characterised by billionaire owners and sovereign wealth funds. Now, new players are emerging in the form of private equity and hedge funds, looking to take a slice of the action.

So, is football ownership the next big thing for private equity and hedge funds? And should fans be excited?

To answer these questions and more, we are joined by Dr Christina Philippou, an expert in football finance from the University of Portsmouth who recently conducted a government-commissioned study on the financial sustainability of the sport.

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63. A hedge fund launch roadmap

Wed, 24 May 2023 10:38:44 GMT

Fresh from speaking at AIMA's Next Generation Manager Forum, Elissa von Broembsen-Kluever, Partner & MD at Omni Partners, recalls the lessons and insights she learned as her firm grew, including how to hire the right people, engage with prospective allocators, and keep investors happy.

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62. Man Group's incoming CEO Robyn Grew puts DE&I under the microscope

Wed, 17 May 2023 15:24:18 GMT

Let's talk about Succession...no not that one.

After nearly a decade in the top job, Luke Ellis is passing the reins of running Man Group, one of the world's largest alternative investment managers to Robyn Grew in September.

For those interested in hearing directly from Robyn, she recently graced The Long-Short podcast, where she articulated her vision for a more inclusive alternative investment industry.

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61. How stable is a stablecoin really?

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:46:58 GMT

With digital assets never far from the headlines, The Long-Short has embarked on an in-depth exploration of stablecoins and central bank digital currencies.

Our guest, Teana Baker-Taylor, a policy and regulatory strategy expert at Circle, a global fintech firm, untangles the debate about what stablecoins are – and what they aren’t – and their potential impact on businesses and our daily lives.

She also discusses the nuances of navigating the evolving landscape of stablecoins, including the need to safeguard and educate investors against bad actors.

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60. Getting to the source around short selling data

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:26:20 GMT

As short selling is once again back in the headlines The Long-Short went to one of the premier sources of short selling data to address common misconceptions about the practice and its role in recent events.

Managing Partner at S3 Partners, Bob Sloan, recounts his firm’s rise to prominence as social media’s primary source of short interest data during the GameStop episode, leading to a role in Netflix’s ‘Eat the Rich: The Gamestop Saga’.

He also offers his predictions on the future of AI tools such as Chat GPT and the role alternative data plays in modern investment strategies.

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59. Back to its best – Reflections from AIMA’s annual Singapore forum 2023

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:29:59 GMT

In this special episode, we recap the highlights from AIMA’s 2023 annual Singapore forum and hear from local fund manager, Ying Ren Ong about the key trends impacting the alternative investment industry in Singapore and the APAC region.

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58. Sticky inflation: The beginning of a new era?

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 15:13:21 GMT

Initial arguments that inflation would be transitory in 2022 have given way to the view that we are beginning a new economic cycle characterised by persistently elevated interest rates, inflation levels and consumer prices. But, does this present an opportunity for active managers to shine?

Henry Neville, Portfolio Manager at Man Group, is back in the studio to break down what inflation means for individuals and asset managers.

Henry outlines the types of strategies and assets that his models suggest will do well or poorly in the new environment and lays out the dilemma facing the Fed and other central banks looking to tackle inflation while avoiding a recession.

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57. Unpacking the UK FCA's asset management discussion paper

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 12:46:27 GMT

This week, we speak to regulatory veteran James Hopegood, who after spending 16 years at the Financial Conduct Authority, is now Director of Asset Management Regulation at AIMA. James joins us to unpack the mammoth discussion paper recently published by the UK financial regulator on how the UK can take advantage of Brexit freedoms in the asset management sector.

With his deep knowledge of the regulatory landscape, James provides a whistle-stop tour of what the FCA is trying to achieve, explaining which pieces are most important for AIMA members, and offering a look-ahead at how the process will develop.

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56. Decoding hedge fund and investor alignment

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:03:52 GMT

AIMA in partnership with RSM recently published a new report loaded with compelling data points into the fascinating world of fund manager and investor alignment.

This week, Scott Mackey, Partner at RSM, joins us to decode the report's findings and explore the ever-evolving landscape of how hedge funds achieve alignment with investors to foster long-term strategic partnerships.

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55. The most important court case you’ve never heard of

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:03:02 GMT

The US SEC is being accused of massive overreach in its attempts to set a legal precedent to expand its mandate to control the asset management industry. AIMA is acting as a friend of the court in several cases including the bizarre case of a student flipping penny stocks who the SEC wants to define as a securities dealer.

The upcoming ruling will have far-reaching and long-term consequences for the entire asset management industry. In this episode, we explain the ‘what’ and ‘why’ of this under-reported issue.

Joining us to unpack the intricacies of what’s at stake for the alternative investment industry are Brian Richman, Associate Attorney at Gibson Dunn, and Suzan Rose, AIMA's Senior Advisor for Government and Regulatory Affairs.

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54. Getting under the hood of the Edinburgh reforms

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:30:39 GMT

The UK government's Edinburgh Reforms are both expansive and represent the strongest expression of divergence from EU financial services regulation by the UK to date. But will they deliver real benefits for the alternative investment industry?

To answer that question and more, AIMA’s Government and Regulatory Affairs team, Adam Jacobs-Dean, Global Head of Markets, Governance and Innovation, and Paul Hale, Global Head of Tax Affairs, join us on The Long-Short this week.

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53. Supporting the next generation of hedge fund managers

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 09:21:40 GMT

Amid higher costs, increased competition, increased regulation, and difficulties in raising capital, the environment for seeing up a hedge fund is arguably tougher than ever. What then should fledgling fund managers do?

One option being taken up is a tie-up with an established asset manager. Doing so can offer the would-be start-up the entrepreneurial freedom to manage their fund supported by the institutional benefits of a scaled business. Join us for a not to be missed episode where Teun Johnson CEO of Man GLG describes how they support the next generation of fund managers.

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52. Welcome to Miami Hedge Fund Week 2023!

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 09:51:09 GMT

With the global alternative investment world descending on Miami beach for Global Alts Week, The Long-Short gets the complete lowdown and inside scoop with our guest tuning in live from Miami.

Michelle Noyes, Head of AIMA Americas, joins us to share all the celebrity sightings from the week, as well as rounding up her key takeaways from the AIMA and Alternative Credit Council Private Credit Investor Forum.

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51. Inside the mind of an allocator: Making the case for alternatives

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:03:45 GMT

This week, we go to the source of hedge funds' capital and speak to a major allocator.

Eduard van Gelderen manages PSP Investments, one of the largest public pension plans in North America, and joins us to provide his insight into the very unusual Canadian pension model and how it compares to others globally. We discuss the reasons why a pension plan may or may not be able to allocate to all sorts of alterative investments and learn how PSP avoids the liquidity trap that so many other pension plans are falling into.

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50. AIMA's Global Review of the Year 2022, in conversation with AIMA CEO, Jack Inglis

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 09:52:21 GMT

In the last episode of The Long-Short of 2022, AIMA CEO, Jack Inglis, looks back at a busy year for the association and the alternative investment industry, and sets out AIMA's stall for what to expect in 2023.

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49. Is the hype around UAE's growth as a hedge fund hotspot justified?

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:18 GMT

The past year has seen plenty of noise regarding alternative investment funds migrating to the United Arab Emirates with some of the largest names in the industry among those setting up shop in the region.

To get an on-the-ground report on whether we should believe the hype The Long-Short speaks to Muneer Khan, Middle East Managing Partner at Simmons & Simmons, who joins to discuss the buzz around growth in the Middle East.

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48. Giving private credit a health check, with KKR and Allen & Overy

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 10:28:40 GMT

This week, The Long-Short checks in on private credit markets to mark the launch of the annual ‘Financing the Economy’ paper by AIMA’s Alternative Credit Council and Allen & Overy. To help us unpack the main findings and provide additional colour, we’ve enlisted the help of three guests who were integral to the production of the report. Allen & Overy’s Denise Gibson, Co-Head of leveraged finance, and Hannah Gates, Partner in the leveraged finance team specialising in private credit, join us alongside Michael Small, Partner in credit and markets at KKR.

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47. Holding Strong: Alternative Investments in a Volatile Market

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:00:09 GMT

This episode of The Long-Short is a special one. To mark the one-year anniversary since the launch of the Holding Strong: Alternative Investments in a Volatile Market, a programme produced in partnership with ITN, we are pleased to share an interview with our CEO Jack Inglis conducted by ITN Business host Belle Donati. Jack discussed the resilience of alternative investments, particularly the performance from hedge funds in recent years, AIMA’s role advocating on behalf of the industry and his thoughts on the future for alternative investments.

Like what you hear? Then visit aima.org to watch the full programme. Holding Strong: Alternative Investments in a Volatile Market is a news-style programme raising awareness of alternative investments and the latest sector innovations helping the economy to recover and thrive after the coronavirus pandemic. The programme explores what alternative investments are, how they work, and how they are accessible for all, not just the wealthy. It also addresses industry themes such as how ESG and socially responsible investments are key areas for the future and how the industry is encouraging diversity to attract the next generation of talent.

The programme includes contributions from Man Group, Citco, haysmacintyre, Reed Smith, Emso Asset Management, Securis Investment Partners, abrdn and Apex Group.

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46. ICYMI: Kickstarting a Career in Hedge Funds

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:32:41 GMT

Why is now a good time to join the global hedge fund industry and where do I start? This week, The Long-Short revisits a conversation with the authors of AIMA's careers guide, Katherine Abrat, COO of Arkkan Capital, Eleanor Davidson, Quantitative Researcher at Aspect Capital, and AIMA’s Aniqah Rao.

In the episode, our guests drop the veil on the numerous entry routes to launching a career in the hedge fund industry, and the limitless potential within.

Jump to episode 28 to listen to the full conversation.

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45. Who’s shepherding all this EU ESG rulemaking?

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:21:38 GMT

The Long-Short this week spoke to Bloomberg’s Nadia Humphreys who has spent the past two years advising the European Commission on the coherency of its various ESG-related regulatory regimes with a focus on transparency and data consistency.

Nadia offered an insider’s perspective on the rule making process from her role as co-rapporteur for the platform for sustainable finance, on the data and usability workstream and lifted the lid on the group’s key requirements on how to harmonise all these frameworks.

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44. How artificial intelligence and machine learning are shaping the future of asset management?

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 09:53:12 GMT

This week, The Long-Short takes a step through the looking-glass to imagine what the world of asset management could look like with the help of artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation. We’ve enlisted the help of our friends at SS&C, Dr Zeynep Hizir, EMEA Development Director, and Richard Atkinson, Managing Director, to help us understand this new innovative era of finance.

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43. In conversation with award-winning author Sebastian Mallaby

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:21:53 GMT

This week, The Long-Short had the pleasure of speaking to Sebastian Mallaby, a Paul Volcker senior fellow for international economics at the Council on Foreign Relations as well as a multi-award-winning author and journalist. His best-known books on alternative investments include More Money Than God, a comprehensive history of the hedge fund industry, while his latest book, The Power Law, lifts the lid on the venture capital market. Sebastian spoke to us about his writing process, his take on the evolution of the alternative space since his hedge fund book was published just over a decade ago and gave a hint of which area of financial markets may be the focus of his next work.

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42. 2022: The year of the CTA strategy

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:19:15 GMT

Amid continued instability being experienced in global financial markets, managed futures are once again demonstrating their worth to certain investor portfolios, with the average performance from a managed futures fund returning more than 10% net of fees for investors this year. In the latest episode to drop Kevin Donohoe, Head of Research at Abbey Capital speaks to The Long-Short, about these alternative strategies.

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41. Digital Assets - (e)merging from the winter?

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 07:47:22 GMT

Arca CEO Rayne Steinberg describes his journey from ETFs to ETH, explains why The Merge matters, lays out a use case for NFTs, and gives an insight into which jurisdictions are attracting the most crypto business.

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40. FSMB: The regulatory game-changer brewing in the UK

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 08:58:34 GMT

Don't get distracted! Despite the geopolitical and macroeconomic turmoil of the moment, you should have one eye on the potential "game changer" for UK regulatory reform - the Financial Services and Markets bill. Darren Fox, partner at Simmons & Simmons, provides a concise primer in the lead up to implementation.

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39. The quiet revolution of liquid alternatives

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:55:52 GMT

A quiet revolution is underway which is set to transform public and private market investing. Liquid alternatives can help bridge the gap between traditional and alternative assets for investors that do not have the mandate or the resources to invest in hedge funds and offer several ways to add value to your portfolio. In this episode, marking the launch of AIMA’s Bridging a Gap: Mapping the liquid alternatives universe paper, The Long-Short speaks to Francesco Paganelli, Senior Analyst at Morningstar, to discuss all things liquid alternatives.

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38. Special episode - SEC rulemaking: Facts, fiction and why your comments matter

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:43:09 GMT

As we come to the end of our brief summer season break, The Long-Short wanted to let listeners in on a fascinating discussion with two US SEC representatives whom shed a light on how the rulemaking process works in the US. The SEC has released nearly two dozen rule proposals over the past year, and the recently released regulatory flexibility agenda suggests there is much more to come. During the episode, we break down how rules are made and the impact public comments can have on the outcome.This conversation with Robert Holowka and Nathan Schuur of the SEC Division of Investment management, as well as Michael Kitson, Bridgewater associate, provides a timely insight into the regulatory rulemaking process. This panel is moderated by Suzan Rose, AIMA's Senior Advisor for Government and Regulatory Affairs.

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37. Are you cyber resilient? Are you sure?

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 08:52:18 GMT

The need for cyber-resiliency was thrown into sharp relief in 2020, when the world voyaged into a new era of digital working. This radical shift in how we work has triggered a permanent arrangement regarding hybrid working. This in turn has ramped up the need for more sophisticated conversations about the risks and challenges with digital working and cyber-security.This week we are joined by George Ralph who has been at the forefront of helping fund managers ensure they are cyber-resilient. George is Global Managing Director and Chief Risk Officer RFA, which is a financial cloud and cyber-security services provide it to the investment management sector.

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36. A Fork In The Road For Hong Kong

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:09:25 GMT

This week, The Long-Short returns to APAC to cover the recent launch of a joint paper by AIMA and PwC called "Alternatives in Hong Kong: building on the city’s strengths", which sets out six pillars that will support Hong Kong in retaining its status as a key financial centre in the face of challenges brought on by COVID-19, and competition for talent from other jurisdictions. In part one we catch up with Phillip Meyer, General Counsel & Co-Chief Operating Officer of Oasis Management as well as the Chair of the Executive Committee of AIMA in Hong Kong, and Michael Bugel, Co-head of AIMA APAC, both of whom helped author the paper.In part two, we speak to Lisa Tsui, Partner at PwC Hong Kong, who offered us her views regarding where Hong Kong sits in a global context as a financial services centre including the opportunities it has to leverage the growing need for wealth management services.

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35. Inflation Is Rising. Here is what you need to know

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 08:16:35 GMT

With estimated inflation in the US and UK now above predicted levels and nearing double digits, The Long-Short this week revisits a conversation with Henry Neville, an investment analyst at Man Group, who discussed what higher inflation means for retail and institutional investors and what investment strategies usually work best in this environment.

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34. New SEC marketing rules. Are you ready?

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 08:27:24 GMT

A 60 year old marketing rule which determines how investment advisors can market and advertise is changing, and firms that qualify (RIAs) have just four months to comply with a regulation on 4 November, that runs to hundreds of pages, containing opportunities and challenges for the industry. In a not to be missed podcast for all RIAs, joining us on the Long-Short this week are Mike McGrath, Partner at K&L Gates and Suzan Rose, Senior Advisor to AIMA’s government and regulatory affairs, to discuss this very important topic.

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33. Discussing the ABCs of crypto with Henri Arslanian

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:56:25 GMT

Amidst a tumultuous series of events impacting crypto markets, The Long-Short caught up with fintech and digital assets thought leader Henri Arslanian, to guide us through the ABCs of cryptocurrencies and get to the bottom of what’s been really going on in crypto markets.

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32. The Wirecard Saga with the FT’s Dan McCrum

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:42:51 GMT

The Financial Times was at the forefront of uncovering the $2 billion fraud at the centre of Wirecard’s accounts, leading to the German payment processing giant’s collapse in 2020. Two years on, the lead investigative journalist Dan McCrum sits down with The Long-Short to discuss his new book, Money Men, which details how his team, assisted by a cast of committed short sellers, exposed the truth.

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31. US regulatory update: What's changed and why?

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:21:58 GMT

This week, The Long-Short is joined by AIMA's representative in Washington DC, Daniel Austin, who provides a timely update to the flurry of regulatory activity in the US with the SEC fielding multiple proposals affecting the alternative investment industry. With so much to keep a track of, this episode is essential listening for all parties.

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30. Insights from the AIMA Emerging Managers Forum 2022 in London

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:10:08 GMT

This week we speak to two of the key speakers at AIMA’s Next Generation of Mangers Forum that was held in London last month, as well as hearing from Fiona Treble who co-ordinates AIMA’s efforts with our emerging and next generation of fund managers.In part one, we speak to Lawrence Obertelli, Director of Prime Brokerage Sales at Cowen, while in part two we premiere our first on-location interview, taking place in the wings of the next gen conference where we sat down with Priya Mehta, Partner of Buzzacott, an international accounting and HR consultancy to discuss how emerging manager clients are faring.

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29. Exploring ESG in private markets, with Preqin

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:20:42 GMT

This week, we speak to Jaclyn Bouchard, Head of ESG at Preqin, to compare the challenges of applying ESG principles to private and public markets.

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28. Kickstarting a Career in Hedge Funds

Wed, 25 May 2022 14:06:41 GMT

In this episode, marking the launch of AIMA’s careers guide, The Long-Short speaks to Katherine Abrat, COO of Arkkan Capital, and Eleanor Davidson, Quantitative Researcher at Aspect Capital – two of the guide’s contributors - and to AIMA’s Aniqah Rao, Associate – Markets, Governance and Innovation, who authored the paper, to learn more about career opportunities within the global hedge fund industry.

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27. All eyes on digital assets

Wed, 18 May 2022 09:00:29 GMT

Following AIMA’s sold-out inaugural digital asset event in New York last week, The Long-Short caught up with the keynote speaker Eric Peters, CEO of One River Asset Management, who offered an update on the latest trends in the market that dominated discussion on the day.The Long-Short also spoke to conference attendee Alex Botte, head of client, and portfolio solutions at Runa Digital Assets, who gave offered her analysis after a tumultuous week in the crypto space, driven by the collapse of the TerraUSD stablecoin, and discussed what it means for the digital asset space going forward.

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26. Why fund administration is going digital

Wed, 04 May 2022 09:27:52 GMT

This week we welcome Nilesh Sudrania, CEO and founder of Sudrania Fund Services to discuss how the fund administration industry is moving onto a more digitised footing, with new services being offered to alternative investment funds.

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25. Insights from APAC at the AIMA Singapore Forum 2022

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:11:58 GMT

This week we recorded from AIMA’s Singapore Annual Forum. In part one we speak to the event’s co-chairs Natalie Curtis, partner at Herbert Smith Freehills, and Thomas Scott-Barton, COO at Trovio Group, who offer their insights on the key trends of the alternative investment industry in APAC right now.In part two, The Long-Short sits down with Kher Sheng Lee, AIMA’s co-head of APAC based in Singapore and deputy global head of government affairs, to hear more about the efforts of AIMA’s APAC team to support our members in the region.

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24. ICYMI, Q1 2022 round-up

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 11:05:02 GMT

Another opportunity to listen to some of the remarks made by guests that joined The Long-Short over the past three months. Guests that feature in this special episode include, Bill Kelly CEO and President of CAIA, Robyn Grew, COO of Man Group, global fintech and crypto consultant Henri Arslanian and Henry Neville of Man Group. The Long-Short will return with a set of fresh new episodes next week.

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23. Repost - Unpacking the new SEC proposals for private funds and capital markets

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:21:43 GMT

Radical change is coming to the US hedge fund industry. The barrage of proposals introduced by the SEC will significantly impact the way alternative fund managers operate. If approved in their current form, these far-reaching proposals would represent a serious overhaul of existing market practices.Not since AIFMD was introduced by the EU have we faced such disruptive changes to the rules affecting our members.AIMA continues to work closely with the SEC and other rule-makers to highlight our concerns and the views of our global members. Members can access all our latest submissions, guidance and commentary on these, as well as all our other US regulatory work. The Long-Short spoke to Daniel Austin, Director of US Policy and Regulation at AIMA, to unpack each major regulatory requirement, including why they are being proposed, and what they mean for the alternative investment industry in the US and globally.

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22. Settling a debate: should UK DC schemes have easier access to alternative investments?

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:39:55 GMT

Recently, the UK government divided opinions in the pensions and asset management communities by underscoring its commitment changing the rules around how defined contribution pension schemes can invest in less-liquid products, including the launch of a new investment vehicle—the Long-Term Asset Fund—and the removal of some performance fees from the charge cap.To untangle exactly what is being proposed and what it means for the alternative investment industry, pensions schemes, and everyday savers, The Long-Short podcast welcomed guests from each side of the aisle. Karen Hurst, Senior Policy advisor for the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association, explains why some in the pensions community are hesitant, while Nick Smith, Director, Private Credit, at the Alternative Credit Council, outlines why asset managers endorse the changes.

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21. Attractive opportunities in private markets are luring in hedge funds of all types and sizes

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:19:29 GMT

Freddie Parker, Co-Head of Prime Insights & Analytics, at Goldman Sachs, shares the findings of his research into the growing universe of hedge funds that are adding private market exposure to their strategies, with potentially disruptive consequences for the traditional venture capital model.

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20. The growing influence of quantitative techniques and alternative data

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:29:16 GMT

This week, Professor Keith Black, Managing Director at CAIA Association's Financial Data Professional Institute (FDP) speaks to our hosts Tom Kehoe, and Drew Nicol on the growing influence of quantitative techniques and alternative data as it becomes more mainstream.

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19. Man Group's President Robyn Grew puts DE&I under the microscope

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:54:46 GMT

Speaking to The Long-Short on International Women’s Day, Man Group’s Robyn Grew set out her vision for a fairer and more inclusive industry.

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18. Inflation is rising. Now what?

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 11:13:22 GMT

The Long-Short welcomed Henry Neville, an investment analyst at Man Group, who discussed the ever-growing threat of higher inflation in global markets.Henry explained what the highest inflation levels of the past 40 years means for retail and institutional investors, what investment strategies usually work best in this environment, and what to expect from the Fed and other central banks over the coming months.

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17. The Importance of cyber security for investment managers

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:41:56 GMT

This week, The Long-Short spoke to Matthew Franko, Principal, and David M. Collins, Manager, Gov Risk Strategy, Office of the CISO from RSM US LLP as well as James Delaney, Director of Asset Management and Regulation at AIMA.The conversations highlighted the considerations that an investment manager could make to prepare and respond to a cyber threat or disruption in order to continue to be an effective and reputable investment manager.

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16. Unpacking the new SEC proposals for private funds and capital markets

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:55:09 GMT

Confused by the recent flurry of proposed rules by the US Securities and Exchange Commission for private funds and capital markets? The Long-Short spoke to Daniel Austin, Director of US Policy and Regulation at AIMA, to unpack each major regulatory requirement, including why they are being proposed, and what they mean for the alternative investment industry in the US and globally.

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15. Discussing US Investor Intentions H1 2022 with Christopher Brown, With Intelligence

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:30:04 GMT

With Intelligence's Senior Research Analyst Christopher Brown breaks down the key findings of the recent WI-AIMA US Investor Intentions H1 2022 report and adds additional colour on what the data says about allocators and their views on alternative investments.

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14. Bill Kelly, President and CEO of CAIA talks about educating the world on hedge funds

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:41:20 GMT

Episode 14 of The Long-Short welcomes CAIA's CEO and president Bill Kelly, who joins our hosts to discuss his vision for improving financial literacy and understanding of the alternative investment industry among the general public, explain why keeping CAIA’s curriculum up-to-date with the market is a never-ending job.

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13. Hedge funds week in Miami

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:52:21 GMT

This week, The Long-Short focuses on the events of ‘hedge fund week’ in Miami, including the AIMA and Alternative Credit Council Private Credit Investor Forum. AIMA representatives Michelle Noyes, Head of AIMA Americas, and Romulad Beneche, Director, attending the events gave their hot-takes on the key themes of the first major in-person event for hedge funds in two years.The Long-Short also spoke to Stuart MacDonald, Managing Partner at Bride Valley Partners and host of the popular radio show The Naked Short Club, who was also in Miami for the events and talked through the key themes from ESG and digital assets, to inflation and the growth of private markets.

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12. Why so many credit funds are entering the trade finance market

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:18:24 GMT

In this episode of The Long-Short we investigate why so many private credit funds are entering the trade finance market. Our guests this week are TXF’s editor-in-chief and director Jonathan Bell and Jolyon Ellwood-Russell, a partner at Simmons & Simmons focused on Private Credit, Trade & Commodity Finance in Asia, who recently partnered with AIMA's Alternative Credit Council on a research report available on aima.org.

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11. In conversation with PwC's Crypto Leader, Henri Arslanian

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:46:44 GMT

The Long-Short is now weekly. In our first back-to-back episode, we speak with Henri Arslanian, PwC’s Crypto Leader, to guide us through the latest developments in the fastest moving segment of the alternatives market. Join us for a must-listen episode to prepare for what will undoubtedly be a fascinating year for digital assets.

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10. Reviewing a busy 2021 for short sellers and offering a look-ahead at 2022

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:15:07 GMT

In our first episode of the year, Adam Jacobs-Dean returns to The Long-Short to review a busy 2021 for short sellers, with several key regulatory developments and trends expected to continue to dominate the market in the year ahead.

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9. AIMA's Global Review of the Year 2021, in conversation with AIMA CEO, Jack Inglis

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:33:32 GMT

In the last episode of The Long-Short of 2021, AIMA CEO, Jack Inglis, looks back at a busy year for the association and the alternative investment industry, and sets out AIMA's stall for what to expect in 2022.

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8. In conversation with ITN Production’s Head of Industry News Nina Harrison-Bell

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:21:04 GMT

In episode 8 of The Long-Short, co-hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol are joined by ITN Production’s Head of Industry News Nina Harrison-Bell to discuss the recent collaborative project which produced the news-style programme, Holding Strong: Alternative Investment in a Volatile Market, and her thoughts as to how best to deliver digital content

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7. Hedge funds accelerating out of the pandemic, interview with John Budzyna, KPMG US

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:14:47 GMT

In our latest episode, The Long-Short host Tom Kehoe sits down with industry stalwart, John Budzyna, Managing Director at KPMG in the US (National Leader responsible for Market Development for Alternative Investments) who describes the key findings of a new collaborate research project exploring how hedge funds are accelerating out of the pandemic.

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6. Private credit and ESG in conversation with Allen & Overy and the ACC

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 09:48:14 GMT

Episode 6 of The Long-Short covers all things private credit and unpacks the findings of the recently-published Financing the Economy report, which this year focuses on how private credit managers are integrating ESG into their investment strategies. Drew Nicol is joined by Jiri Krol, Global Head of the ACC, and Stanimir Kostov, a Partner in the Global Leveraged Finance practice at Allen & Overy, which partnered with The ACC on the FtE.

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5. Discussing the war for talent in conversation with Mush Ali of OneTen Associates

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 10:19:54 GMT

This week’s episode welcomes our first external guest, Mush Ali, Director at OneTen Associates, a specialist recruiter for the fund management sector. Ali gives his perspective on how the hedge fund recruitment market has evolved over the past decade offering guidance to firms looking to hire prospective candidates looking for their next career move.

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4. Exploring the world of emerging hedge fund managers

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:37:24 GMT

This week’s podcast examines the world of emerging hedge fund managers, otherwise described at AIMA as next generation managers (fund managers running up to US$500 million AuM). Fiona Treble, global head of membership at AIMA and responsible for coordinating AIMA’s engagement with next generation of managers, joins The Long-Short to discuss the opportunity and challenges for this crucial part of the industry.

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3. Digital assets, including myths, challenges and opportunities

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 08:05:20 GMT

We hear and read about digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, all the time but they are still surrounded by misconceptions.Our host Drew Nicol speaks to Michelle Noyes, AIMA’s head of Americas and a driving force for the association’s digital assets working group, to dispel some common myths around digital assets and explains how hedge funds are navigating the opportunities and challenges in this emerging market.

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2. Responsible investments and ESG explained

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 11:31:49 GMT

In the second episode of The Long-Short, Adam Jacobs-Dean, AIMA’s Global Head of Markets, Governance and Innovation, and part of the association’s broader government and regulatory affairs team, explains (almost) everything you need to know when exploring the hot topics of responsible investments and ESG.

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1. Interview with AIMA CEO Jack Inglis

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:46:47 GMT

In the inaugural episode of The Long-Short podcast, AIMA's CEO Jack Inglis offers his insights on the year to date performance of the hedge funds industry as well as AIMA's key priorities for the remainder of the year.

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