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Tom Gavin, chief executive officer of Eze Castle Software and head of ConvergEx’s Software Platforms TPG to acquire Eze Castle Software and RealTick from ConvergEx

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 16:16

TPG is to acquire Eze Castle Software, a provider of global order management and related investment technologies, and RealTick, a multi-broker, cross-asset electronic execution platform, from ConvergEx Group. »

Pension UK pension fund assets hit record high

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 11:56

UK institutional pension fund assets hit an all-time high of GBP1.7trn in 2012, having grown five per cent during the year and more than doubling in the past decade. »

Rolf Agather, managing director of global research and innovation at Russell Indexes Russell launches High Efficiency Defensive Indexes

Fri, 1 Feb 2013, 06:21

Russell Indexes has launched the Russell High Efficiency Defensive Indexes, a new index series extending the popular Russell Defensive Index methodology. »

Fiona Le Poidevin, chief executive at Guernsey Finance Guernsey remains the leader in non-UK listings, according to LSE data

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 10:10

Guernsey remains the domicile of incorporation for more non-UK entities listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) than any other jurisdiction globally, according to figures from the market authority. »

Gas cylinder Citi to begin offering UK natural gas contracts in euros

Fri, 1 Feb 2013, 06:36

Citi is launching a new product quoting UK natural gas contracts denominated in euros rather than British pounds. »

Investment graph Five Vanguard Index Funds transition to CRSP indices

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 16:07

Five Vanguard funds will seek to track CRSP indices, effective with the opening of trading time on 31 January. »

Ralph Schlosstein, president and chief executive officer Evercore Partners reports record Q4 and full year 2012 results

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 14:06

Evercore Partners’ adjusted pro forma net revenues were a record USD638.9m for the 12 months ended 31 December 2012, compared to USD520.4m for the 12 months ended 31 December 2011. »

Swiss flag Lyxor Asset Management strengthens Swiss presence with appointment of David Keel

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 13:33

Lyxor Asset Management has appointed David Keel as head of institutional asset management sales in German-speaking Switzerland. »

James Roome, co-leader of Bingham's global financial restructuring practice group Easy refinancing conditions keep workouts at bay but austerity set to feed distressed pipeline

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 12:00

Return hungry investors are likely to continue parking their cash in high yield bonds allowing over indebted European companies to refinance their debt and new ones to access markets, according to Debtwire Europe’s 2013 Distressed Debt Outlook. »

Americas BI-SAM appoints head of account management and sales engineering for the Americas

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 14:27

BI-SAM, a provider of data management, performance, attribution, risk, GIPS and reporting solutions for the asset management industry, has appointed Sean Murray as head of account management and sales engineering for the Americas.  »

Howard Gleicher, chief executive and chief investment officer, Aristotle Capital Management Aristotle Capital Management expands team

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 11:44

Aristotle Capital Management, a value-oriented investment management firm for institutional and high net worth clients, has expanded its team with the appointment of three seasoned professionals. »

Asia-Pacific FRM Capital Advisors seeds Japan focused hedge fund, Hong Kong hedge fund Double Haven doubles assets to USD415m…

Thu, 31 Jan 2013, 13:43

FRM Capital Advisors or “FCA”, the seeding division of FRM (Man Group plc‘s fund of hedge fund division) has entered into a strategic relationship with a Japan focused hedge fund. »

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JOBS

  • Private Equity Senior Analyst, various African locations
    Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT
    , Curtis Murray Private Equity Senior Analyst, various African locations. Significant pan African fund seeks bi-lingual Analyst ideally with over 2 years sol... read more
  • Senior Investment Director
    Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT
    London, Curtis Murray Senior Investment Director, UK Mid-market fund, London.Our well-respected client seeks a seasoned PE professional with a solid track record of closing deals ... read more
  • VP, in-House IR
    Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT
    London, Curtis Murray VP, in-House IR, UK.  A European bank’s PE secondaries team requires a pro-active investment banker with a strong sales mentality to mange existin... read more
  • Analyst, PE Fund, UAE
    Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT
    Abu Dhabi, Curtis Murray Analyst, PE Fund, UAE.  An excellent entry point into private equity for somebody with good academic record and solid M&A traini... read more
  • Principal, Independent placement agent
    Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT
    London, Curtis Murray Principal, Independent placement agent, UK.  Our client, with worldwide offices, seeks an experienced PE and/or Real Estate and/or Infrastructure fund-r... read more


EVENTS

Mines and Money Beijing

4 weeks 5 hours from now - Beijing

 Mines and Money Beijing is the fastest growing event in the Mines and Money Conference and Exhibition series, with delegate numbers increasing by 80% in 2012.

Over 900 delegates from China’s major SOEs, leading investment holding companies, sovereign wealth funds, private equity funds, banks and brokerage houses gathered at the China World, Beijing to explore opportunities for Chinese outbound investment into global mining development projects from over 30 countries.

FATCA Implementation Summit

4 weeks 5 hours from now - New York

 One-day intensive specifically focused on the demands and complications of FATCA implementation.

Mention FMP115 during registration to receive 10% discount.

GAIM International 2013

4 weeks 5 hours from now - Monaco

 250 active hedge fund investors (41% of attendees) including pension funds, endowments, FoHFs, private banks and family offices will be in Monaco this June to meet asset managers. Match your fund and connect with the right investors with the Gaim Networking App and Gaim Select Meeting Maker. Hear from 150 speakers including STATE OF WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM, PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY, WADHWANI, RAMIUS, QFS, CHEYNE, STANFORD MANAGEMENT CO…

2nd Annual Bank & Financial Institution Special Asset Executive on RE Workouts

4 weeks 1 day from now - Atlanta, Georgia

 IMN's series of Bank & Special Asset Forums continues to be the only place where “C”-level executives can meet to discuss the latest CRE workout issues. With 300-500 registered for our previous Forums. IMN is excited to bring this event and its brand new agenda back Southeast.

For more information visit the website - Don’t forget to reference discount code “GFM” when registering for 10% savings.

FATCA for Investment Managers

4 weeks 1 day from now - London

 An unprecedented change with significant impact on many levels

On January 17, 2013 the U.S Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service released the long-awaited final FATCA regulations.

This closely followed the publication of draft IGA legislation and guidance for the UK-US agreement in December 2012.

As a result, Investment Firms now have an increased level of detail to hand and are moving closer to achieving implementation of FATCA operational compliance. However, numerous and, in some cases significant, additional items are yet to be clarified.

Preparing for the AIFMD

4 weeks 1 day from now - New York

 Ensure you’re up to speed on the guidelines and requirements of the AIFMD.

Mention FMP115 during registration to receive 10% discount.

6th Annual Optimizing Operational Efficiency in Energy Trading Conference

4 weeks 1 day from now - Houston, Texas

 Mitigating operational risk through managing data, reporting systems and accounting processes efficiently

New York Non- Traded REIT Industry Symposium

4 weeks 3 days from now - New York

 IMN’s New York Non-Traded REIT Industry Symposium- the meeting place for the Non-Traded REIT and Broker/Dealer community in the East– bringing you the latest on key regulation and strategy impacting this market sector, as well as critical networking opportunities as the industry’s largest dedicated event on the East Coast.

For more information click here.  Don’t forget to reference discount code “GFM” when registering for 10% savings.

International Gold Mining Conference 2013

4 weeks 3 days from now - Zhaoyuan City

 The International Gold Mining Conference 2013 will invite world major & mid-tier gold miners and leading gold companies from China, countries’ government officials, active investors, and distinguished consulting firms to discuss gold mining trends, evaluate and structure investment portfolios, update the global & emerging countries’ investment opportunities, financial & capital raising strategies, M&A potentials and challenges, in-depth analyze gold & precious metals’ market outlook 2013, as well as advanced & innovative gold mining & development technologies etc.

23rd Annual FundForum International 2013

5 weeks 5 hours from now - Monaco

Still Bigger, Still Better & Still Innovating

FundForum International 2013 is the world's largest investment management conference for asset managers, fund selectors and distributors. It annually attracts over 1200 of the most influential executives in the industry and with over 200 speakers this year, the 2013 programme is the biggest and best to date
 

Outsourced CIO Summit

5 weeks 5 hours from now - Miami

 This is the only event that focuses in-depth on the key issues involved in deciding to outsource: governance and policy issues, various outsourcing models, vendor selection, due diligence, and much more.

Mention FMP115 during registration to receive 10% discount.

3rd Annual Private Equity Operations and Compliance Forum

5 weeks 5 hours from now - New York

 Whether you’re from a fund-of-fund, a large fund or a small to mid-sized fund, you’ll find immense value by attending this in-demand program. 

Mention FMP115 during registration to receive 10% discount
 

The Trading Show Chicago

5 weeks 5 hours from now - Chicago

The Trading Show Chicago is North America’s leading electronic trading conference and exhibition. With three conference streams – HFT World Chicago, Quant Invest Chicago and Exchange Technology World Chicago – you can meet with the entire value chain, including HFTs, quants, exchanges, investors, regulators, markets makers and technology providers, in one place at one time. The show also features a FREE exhibit with on-floor seminars on trading technology and strategy. For more information please visit our website.

Exchange Technology World Chicago

5 weeks 5 hours from now - Chicago

 Exchange Technology World Chicago is North America's first conference designed for Heads of Technology at trading venues. The event will focus on infrastructure, low latency, listing infrastructure, data, technology challenges, and optimization post-trade. Discover the latest developments in trading venue technology. Exchange Technology World Chicago is part of The Trading Show Chicago, which also features HFT World Chicago and Quant Invest Chicago. For more information please visit our website.

High Frequency Trading World Chicago

5 weeks 5 hours from now - Chicago

High Frequency Trading World Chicago is where leading HFTs, funds, proprietary traders, asset managers, brokers, exchanges and investors come to explore the opportunities and challenges ahead for HFT. HFT World Chicago is part of The Trading Show Chicago, which also features Exchange Technology World Chicago and Quant Invest Chicago. For more information please visit our website.
 

Quant Invest Chicago

5 weeks 5 hours from now - Chicago

Quant Invest Chicago is the leading investment strategy conference for quant investors and their managers. This is where institutional investors, asset managers and quant experts come to explore new trends, asset allocation, portfolio construction, modeling and risk management. Quant Invest Chicago is part of The Trading Show Chicago, which also features HFT World Chicago and Exchange Technology world Chicago. For more information please visit our website.

Asset Allocation for Insurance APAC

5 weeks 5 hours from now - Hong Kong

 This marcus evans conference offers the ideal platform in which to share and discuss the latest developments in asset allocation strategies for insurance companies to gain a competitive edge by proactively optimizing, managing and growing their portfolios, and remain compliant to Solvency II and its equivalents in a low interest and inflation environment.

Cap Intro: Emerging Markets Alternative Investing

5 weeks 18 hours from now - New York

 12:30pm - 6:00pm

Cap Intro: Emerging Markets Alternative Investing is a highly focused capital introduction event bringing together active investors and successful, growing alternative investment managers focusing especially on opportunities in emerging markets.
At the Cap Intro: Emerging Markets Alternative Investing, investors and investment managers get what they need in their allocation and capital raising efforts: targeted private meetings. It is an extraordinary opportunity to get first round or continued meetings with your potential investors/investment managers underway.
 

DCIO Market Share Summit

5 weeks 1 day from now - Miami

 Interact directly with consultants, advisors, platforms, and DCIO thought leaders as they discuss the keys to success in the retirement planning industry.

Mention FMP115 during registration to receive 10% discount.

Agriculture Investment Summit 2013

5 weeks 2 days from now - London

Agriculture Investment Summit is where you will meet leading agriculture investors and key stakeholders who are committed to promoting sustainable and responsible investing in agriculture. The 6th annual conference is a forum for investors, managers and producers to forge solid relationships and make profitable and investment decisions. 

Funds Taxation Ireland

5 weeks 2 days from now - Dublin

 Providing technical updates and guidance on key funds taxation challenges

The Fund Taxation Ireland Forum has been specifically structured to provide a concise, but comprehensive, update on key tax developments impacting the Irish Funds Industry. In just one day, clarify your understanding and gain technical
guidance on essential issues, including:
• FATCA and other trends towards more tax
transparent regimes
• Investor tax reporting developments in differing
jurisdictions
• Financial transaction taxes (FTT) and other key
European developments
• Withholding and capital gains and other
investment tax changes


People moves

Handshake Former SS&C Technologies director takes helm at Netage Solutions

Fri, 17/05/2013 - 14:18

Netage Solutions has appointed Steve Tobio to the position of director of product development.

Darren Stainrod, HighWater HighWater appoints Stainrod to corporate governance team

Fri, 17/05/2013 - 14:06

HighWater has appointed Darren Stainrod, former managing director of UBS Cayman and global head of alternatives, to its corporate governance team.

Andreas Preuss, Deutsche Borse Andreas Preuss reappointed to Deutsche Borse supervisory board for further three years

Fri, 17/05/2013 - 12:03

The supervisory board of Deutsche Börse has re-appointed Andreas Preuss, the company’s deputy chief executive, as member of the executive board for a further three years with effect from 1 April 2014.

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