"We will be launching new liquid strategies in the short term and by 2018 we will be very focused on structuring real-estate funds," said Juan Cruz Elizagaray, country head of the Compass Group in Argentina.
New alternatives regulations free up AFP cash
Two of Chile's most experienced executives in the alternatives industry - Matias Eguiguren and Ricardo Morales - explained how the new investment regimen streamlines the handling of committed capital.
HMC reinforces real-estate fund team with hire of ex-Itaú-Corpbanca exec
José Ignacio Uauy said that his aim in joining HMC Capital was to "support the development and expansion of the business of managing real assets in Chile and in the region."
Allianz quenches AFPs’ thirst for foreign equities
Allianz, which distributes its products through Credicorp Capital in Santiago, had a great third quarter, with its Euroland Equity Growth attracting USD 430 million from Chilean pension funds.
CCR delists commodities products in response to new alternative-investment regime
The risk-rating agency responded to new rules put in place by the Pension authority, whose superintendent. Osvaldo Macías, said: "Investment in commodities will not be allowed at this stage by any modality, or investment in hedge funds."
BlackRock Retirement Institute aims to widen pension dialogue in Latin America
BlackRock's Axel Christensen said the global initiative would have a broad presence in Latin America, starting in Mexico followed by Chile, Colombia, Peru and Brazil, tackling themes such as models, fees, diversification, education, etc.
Principal Chile strengthens wealth business and offshore fund lineup
With Andrés Silva’s appointment as head of Wealth Management and the incorporation of a dozen UCITS funds to its local platform, Principal now covers the HNW segment, i.e. clients with financial assets of over USD 1 million.
Chilean market approves of investment limits on alternatives
The more aggressive multifunds will eventually be able to allocate up to 15% of their assets to alternatives; however, initially the Central Bank is allowing a maximum of 10% in the type A fund.
GAM funds prove irresistible to Andean institutions in 2017
Vivian Borzutzky, who oversees distribution of GAM products in the Andean institutional market, notes that both niche and traditional products have propelled the brand's growth in 2017.
LarrainVial strengthens operations in United States
Juan Andrés Pinilla’s main task will be to market LV products to private banks, family offices and institutions managing offshore assets of mostly Latam clients. He will be based in Miami.












