Abans Global Arbitrage Fund
Fund Snapshot
- Target Return of 7.00-9.00%p.a.
- Monthly Liquidity
- Capture arbitrage opportunities across commodities and currencies traded on global exchanges
- Delivering attractive returns by capitalizing on arbitrage opportunities
- Mauritius Domiciled, Share Class of our FSC Regulated Fund
Important Questions and Answers
Where is the Fund regulated
The Fund is domiciled in Mauritius and regulated by FSC
What is the ISIN number of the fund
MU0646S00002
Who administers the fund
The fund is administered by “Apex Fund Services (Mauritius) Ltd”. Apex group is one of the world’s leading fund administrators.
What is the Investment Objective of this fund
The objective of the Fund is to generate consistent returns from arbitrage transactions across Commodities and Currencies traded on global exchanges. By continuously monitoring market conditions and executing trades with precision, the objective is to minimize risk and maximize profitability across diverse financial markets.
What is the Investment Strategy of this fund
The Fund predominantly invests in arbitrage opportunities in different markets to exploit tiny differences in the prices of exchange traded derivatives. The Fund invests in arbitrage/hedging opportunities between and amongst spot and futures prices of exchange traded securities as well as in the arbitrage/hedging opportunities available within options, futures, forwards and other derivatives whether on securities, commodities and foreign exchange as long as they fall within specified global limits. The inefficiencies in the global market may give rise to opportunities for arbitrage resulting in a potential profit for the fund.
Why should I invest in this fund
This fund boost returns on your cash/savings by investing in liquid assets that offer higher returns than bank accounts, with access to your money within one month. A professional fund manager handles the day-to-day management, so you don’t have to.
What are the Fees involved
“The fund charges a management fee for managing the investments and a performance fee based on the returns above a certain level. These fees ensure that the fund manager is motivated to deliver strong performance for the investors.
Management Fee = 2%
Performance Fee = 20% above the threshold of 0.5% monthly return
What is the minimum and maximum amount that I can invest
The minimum initial investment in the fund is USD 100,000, with a minimum of USD 10,000 for subsequent investments. However, if you choose to invest through investment platforms like Kristal, Equity Basket, etc., you may be able to invest smaller amounts, depending on the platform’s terms.
How do I invest in the Fund
To invest in the fund, you can either make a direct investment by contacting us and completing the necessary paperwork, or you can invest through platforms like Kristal or Equity Basket. If you choose to invest through a platform, simply follow their investment process, which typically involves creating an account, selecting the fund, and making your investment. Our team is also available to assist you with any questions along the way.
What KYC is done on the investors
We conduct standard KYC checks, as mandated by regulators, to verify the authenticity of the investor—whether an individual or an entity—and ensure that the invested funds are legitimate.
How do I know where my money is invested
Each month, we provide a comprehensive factsheet that highlights the fund’s major investments and details how the assets are allocated, keeping investors informed about the fund’s performance and strategy.
Is there any Exit Fee
There is no exit fee for this fund
How do I withdraw my investment
You can send a notice by Letter or Email to our service team before the 25th of a particular month to redeem the investment in the next month. The funds will be transferred to your nominated bank accounts by the 7th day of the next month.
How the returns are calculated (value of your fund)
The returns are calculated after all the fees and expenses are deducted. Please see below example:
Funds invested by the client: $100,000
Gross profit generated on the fund after all expenses (for e.g.12% in 2024) = $12,000
Total Asset Under Management after a year = $112,000
Less Management Fee at 2% = $2,240
Less performance fee at 20% above 6% threshold = $1,200
Total of expenses + management fee + performance fee = $3,440
Net profit = $8,560 = 8.56% (The actual figure in 2024 was 8.32%)
How do I find out the performance
We provide clients with a monthly NAV statement, which includes the number of shares held and their current value, ensuring transparency and clarity regarding their investment.
What returns can I expect
This fund has delivered annual returns of over 8% in the last 5 years, demonstrating consistent performance and growth potential.
What are the Risk/Return statistics of the fund
Please refer to the Factsheet for updated values of:
- 30 Day SOFR
- SOFR
- Avg Return
- Std Dev
- Sharpe Ratio
- Downside Deviation
- Upside Deviation
- Max Drawdown
- Sortino Ratio
What are the risks in investing in this fund
The fund aims to protect investors from losses, but all investments carry some risks. Returns may not be as expected due to changes in asset value, and the fund’s performance can be affected by overall market trends.
What happens if the fund is closed
In the unlikely event of the fund closing, all assets are liquidated and distributed among investors
How long should I keep the money in this fund
As long as you wish and are happy with the fund’s performance and services.
In what currencies can you accept the funds
The fund is denominated in US Dollars. If your funds are in a different currency, you can easily convert them to USD through your bank.
Do you accept investments from all countries
We accept investments from most countries, excluding those that are subject to sanctions.
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