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Hedge fund managers may consider a VCC for a Singapore-domiciled fund with flexible capital treatment, investor subscriptions and redemptions, and potential use of umbrella sub-funds.

Quick Answer

  • Open-ended strategy mechanics should be matched to the constitution and offering documents.
  • Subscriptions, redemptions, gates and valuations need careful drafting.
  • Prime brokerage, custody and administrator setup should be planned early.
  • Investor expectations may differ by jurisdiction.

Why hedge funds consider VCCs

The VCC is built for fund capital flexibility, which can suit open-ended strategies where investors subscribe and redeem under fund terms.

Operational points

The manager should coordinate valuation policies, dealing days, redemption notice periods, side pockets, gates, expense allocation and reporting before launch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a VCC suitable for open-ended funds?

It can be, subject to the fund documents, strategy and regulatory analysis.

Can one umbrella VCC hold several hedge fund strategies?

Yes, but sub-fund records and risk controls must be robust.

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