There is a 99% probability the euro will break up in the next decade, according to predictions by a leading think thank, released just days after the single currency turned ten.
There is a 99% probability the euro will break up in the next decade, according to predictions by a leading think thank, released just days after the single currency turned ten.
Recent legal action has highlighted the importance of due diligence in running and administering hedge funds. Nicholas Pratt examines the likely impact on current practice.
It is a tough environment for hedge funds, which could lead to more demand for operational services as funds seek efficiencies and regulatory compliance. Funds Europe asked a range of administrators about their outlook for the admin business in 2012.
Nicholas Pratt reviews the major outsourcing mandates of the year and talks to some players about trends and concepts that are likely to appear in 2012.
Somerset Capital Management has launched a specialist small and mid cap fund investing in frontier markets.
Systems providers for buy-side dealers are building their regional presence as investors come to Latin markets. Nick Fitzpatrick looks at how some of the players are positioned for this business.
Latin American stock exchanges are improving the automation of their post-trade services, finds Nick Fitzpatrick, and Chile may emerge as a regional leader.
Baring Asset Management has unveiled Baring India fund, betting on consumption, infrastructure, financials and information technology.
The eurozone debt saga saw over $11 billion (€7.9 billion) flow into US equity and bond funds during the week ending November 9.
Institutional investors are allocating more money to real estate and driving managers to rely more on outsourcing, according to a study by State Street.