Singapore should anchor hedge fund leaders, nurture local managers amid regional talent war: observers
Cultivating local funds and talent pool entrenches the decision-makers who truly drive capital here
Singapore must prioritize developing local hedge fund managers and fostering a robust talent pool to maintain its competitive edge in the global financial landscape, according to hedge fund executives and industry observers. With tax advantages diminishing among competing financial centers, the city-state's strength will hinge not only on attracting capital but also on retaining the decision-makers who steer and allocate that capital effectively, they argued.
By attracting senior investment professionals, Singapore could unleash a ripple effect, drawing investment teams and demand for a range of necessary functions, including research, technology, risk management, legal, and compliance. This strategy could transform higher assets under management into a pipeline of higher-value jobs and deepen the local expertise needed to drive the economy forward.
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