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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.