London, UK – MFA issued the following statement responding to the Bank of England announcing a discussion paper on potential measures to enhance the resilience of the UK government bond (‘gilt’) repo market:
“MFA appreciates the Bank of England’s thoughtful approach to reforming gilt repo markets, a cornerstone of the global financial system. Hedge funds are important investors in the gilt market, helping to lower borrowing costs for the UK Government and households. Smart, well-designed reforms—including enhanced central clearing—will help ensure a more stable, efficient market. MFA looks forward to working with the Bank of England, the FCA, and HM Treasury to improve market resilience, strengthen financial stability, and boost UK economic growth.” — Jillien Flores, MFA Chief Advocacy Officer
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About the global alternative asset management industry
The global alternative asset management industry — including hedge funds, private credit funds, and hybrid funds — serves thousands of public and private pension funds, charitable endowments, foundations, and other global institutional investors. The industry provides portfolio diversification and risk-adjusted returns to help meet their funding obligations and return targets throughout the economic cycle.
About MFA
Managed Funds Association (MFA), based in Washington, D.C., New York City, Brussels, and London, represents the global alternative asset management industry. MFA’s mission is to advance the ability of alternative asset managers to raise capital, invest it, and generate returns for their beneficiaries. MFA advocates on behalf of its membership and convenes stakeholders to address global regulatory, operational, and business issues. MFA has more than 180 fund manager members, including traditional hedge funds, private credit funds, and hybrid funds, that employ a diverse set of investment strategies. Member firms help pension plans, university endowments, charitable foundations, and other institutional investors diversify their investments, manage risk, and generate attractive returns throughout the economic cycle.
