Qatar backed investment manager Aventicum Capital Management has strengthened its presence in Europe by establishing its second investment business, Aventicum Alternative Equities.
Based in Geneva, Switzerland, Aventicum Alternative Equities will initially focus on offering investors with an absolute return approach to European markets.
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As part of the move, Aventicum Alternative Equities has also launched a new European focused long/short equity strategy, the European Alpha Fund.
The new fund will be headed by Riccardo Cavo, CIO of Aventicum Alternative Equities, as well as portfolio managers Andrea Buda and Barry Kelly.
Aladdin Hangari, CEO of Aventicum Capital Management, said: "We are pleased to announce the successful continuation and execution of our growth strategy with Aventicum Alternative Equities marking the group’s expansion into Europe.
"Luca Mengoni and his team possess a proven track record in building successful businesses and in creating true alpha over multiple market cycles."
