S'pore's hedge fund industry must evolve to prosper
A range of pressing issues impact the industry's health this year and beyond.
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THE development of Singapore's hedge fund industry is often cited as a case study for success in financial services in Asia. The industry today accounts for more than US$29 billion under management at the start of 2015 with around 288 funds operating in Singapore as of March 2014.
Growth over the past decade has been driven in part by supportive government policy, savvy talent and growing appetite among investors for alternative strategies. This will not, however, guarantee future success. There are a range of issues likely to impact the industry's health this year and beyond.
A key factor is differentiation amid increased industry competition. Because institutional investors globally are forecast to inject an additional US$90-US$110 billion into hedge funds in 2015, according to research firm eVestment, there are more managers launching new funds.
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