A shore thing

Competition is intense among established and emerging hedge fund jurisdictions for a share of the market. There has been a steady stream of regulatory reforms introduced by established and putative hedge fund domiciles in an attempt to entice more of the business to their shores. However, while an appealing regulatory regime can help in attracting hedge funds, it is just one of many factors that influence the decision as to where to domicile this type of vehicle. Key considerations include the flexibility in the structuring of the product required by promoters and investors alike, effic...