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Bag of money ETP industry passes USD2trn in assets under management

Fri, 25 Jan 2013, 14:25

The size of the global exchange-traded products industry has now surpassed the milestone figure of USD2trn, according to the ETP research team at BlackRock.  »

Selwyn Gerber, founding partner of RVW Investing Typical investors should ‘buy and hold’ stocks or ETFs, says Gerber

Mon, 28 Jan 2013, 06:23

There are fundamental reasons why the typical investor should be in a buy-and-hold posture with stocks, or better yet, selected exchange-traded funds, says Selwyn Gerber, founding partner of RVW Investing, a wealth management firm that advises private individuals and pension funds. »

Graphs John Hancock to use derivatives in first actively-managed ETF

Fri, 25 Jan 2013, 12:35

Boston-based financial services firm John Hancock is to use derivatives in its first actively-managed exchange-traded fund, according to a regulatory filing made with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. »

Handshake MSCI appoints Deborah Yang to lead index business in Europe

Mon, 28 Jan 2013, 06:18

MSCI has completed a number of changes to its index business management team, with the appointment of Deborah Yang to lead the MSCI index business across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and India. »

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Special report: Smart Beta 2013
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Mon, 13 May 2013, 14:56

Special report: Gina Germano, Goldbridge Capital P Comment: G7 meeting ?successful and constructive?,

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

3 weeks 6 days 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

3 weeks 6 days 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

3 weeks 6 days 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 5 hours 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 5 hours 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 5 hours 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 5 hours 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 2 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 2 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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

4 weeks 6 days 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 5 hours 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 1 day 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 1 day 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

Accounts Direxion appoints Patrick Rudnick as chief financial officer

Tue, 07/05/2013 - 14:08

Direxion has appointed Patrick Rudnick as chief financial officer.

Geoff Eliason, chief operating officer, Peak Capital Management  Peak Capital Management appoints ETF expert Geoff Eliason as COO

Fri, 03/05/2013 - 06:20

Peak Capital Management has appointed Geoff Eliason as a partner assuming the role of head of operations for the registered investment advisory firm located in Colorado Springs.

Law books Ryan Louvar named general counsel for WisdomTree Asset Management

Thu, 02/05/2013 - 12:00

WisdomTree Investments, an exchange-traded fund sponsor and asset manager, has appointed Ryan Louvar as general counsel of WisdomTree Asset Management.

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