The Actuarial Society of South Africa Alternative Investments Seminar will cover current topical industry issues in the world of alternative investments, including:
• Practical solutions to the challenges of investing in alternative assets – namely challenges around pricing & lower liquidity,
• The Basel & SAM capital regulations – are they fully appropriate for banks & insurers holding infrastructure assets,
• Is the private equity liquidity premium evident and sufficient for pension funds – case studies/actual market evidence to date,
• Innovative trends, actuarial techniques and social impact within venture capital investing,
• Hedge funds in SA – asset class suitability, investment performance and industry trends & challenges to date
• Investment professions & the future of alternative investments – both locally and internationally, as well as a range of thought leadership-based TED style presentations from event partners.