London, UK – MFA issued the following statement in support of the announcement that the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is launching a consultation on short sale regulatory reforms:
“The alternative asset management industry commends the FCA for launching this critical step toward modernising the UK short selling regime. Smart reforms will enhance UK financial markets, attract investment, and support economic growth. We look forward to working with the FCA throughout this consultation to ensure the final short sale framework reinforces the UK’s standing as a leading global financial centre. We will continue to pursue similar enhancements to the EU’s short sale framework.” — Rob Hailey, MFA Head of EMEA Government Affairs
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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.
