14/02/2014
Custom solutions gain popularity in alternative universe
New research from Cerulli Associates finds separately managed accounts and fund-of-one investment structures continue to gain popularity among institutional investors.The key difference between a fund of one and a managed account is the ownership and control of the assets. In a managed account, the assets are owned and controlled by the investor; however, in a fund of one, the hedge fund manager retains control. «Demand for alternative assets across retail and institutional channels has recently gained steam,» explains Michele Giuditta, associate director at Cerulli. «Asset managers are broadening options to better meet clients’ needs and objectives, and improving asset vehicles and structures used to package these products,» states Giuditta. «Since the market downturn in 2008, separately managed accounts and fund-of-one structures have increased in popularity among investors. These structures provide institutional investors improved control, transparency, liquidity, and lower fees.»
