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By Johann HERZ, Head of Events Communication, LPEA
Luxembourg has long been the “go to” place for Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) Fund managers to setup shop in the EU. The Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) made in Luxembourg brand name is widely recognised as the most relevant international market standard by PE Fund Managers (GPs) and international investors alike. Furthermore the passporting feature of such structures allows managers to market their funds in all EU member states. As a result, there are more than 300 authorised Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMs) in Luxembourg today and the Grand-Duchy has developed a peculiar set of skills – regulatory, operational and compliance expertise - relative to its function as EU gateway...
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