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Join us at MFA Ops: Treasury & Finance for a keynote conversation on the evolving macro backdrop, capital flows, liquidity conditions, and the forward-looking risk outlook for alternative asset managers. Register today! mfaalts.org/event/mfa-ops-…

MFA Ops: Treasury & Finance returns to New York on March 16, bringing together senior finance and treasury leaders from across the alternatives industry for a full day of peer-driven insights and strategic discussion. Register now: mfaalts.org/event/mfa-ops-…

MFA submitted a comment letter supporting the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Financial Services Regulatory Authority’s (FSRA) proposal to refine the regulatory framework for private funds and fund managers. Read more: mfaalts.org/press-releases…

MFA delivered a policy roadmap in a letter to Chairman Michael Selig of the CFTC with recommendations intended to promote capital formation and improve market efficiencies. Read more: mfaalts.org/press-releases…

Join us on June 9–10 for Global Alts New York 2025! MFA and @iconnections_io are co-hosting this premier event—bringing together top industry leaders and talent to share insights, collaborate, and shape the future of alternative investments. Register today!

Mark your calendars for MFA Ops: Data, Tech & AI 2025! Join us on October 29 in New York for a full day of conversations on how technology and innovation are transforming fund operations, from streamlining workflows to investing with AI. Registration is now open!

MFA issued the following statement from President & CEO, Bryan Corbett, in response to SEC Chair Paul Atkins’ plan to reevaluate the policy limiting closed-end funds from investing more than 15% of assets in private funds.

Pensions, college endowments, and foundations in the North Star State, such as the @MayoClinic, invest $45.7 billion in hedge funds to support individuals and communities across the state—an increase of 33.7% since 2020.

The North Dakota State Investment Board invests $830 million in hedge funds, strengthening retirement security for its 74,837 participants. Learn more about how hedge funds help support retirees:

“As well as providing an early warning sign of companies that need heightened scrutiny, short sellers improve liquidity.” We agree with @hughes_chris: short selling is essential for healthy markets. Learn more here: mfaalts.org/issue/short-se…

MFA urged the FCA to modernise the UK’s client categorisation framework in a comment letter today. Updating these rules will boost capital flows, expand investor choice, and strengthen London’s role as a global financial centre.

“Clear rules of the road benefit all market participants” but “unclear, overly politicized, complicated, and burdensome regulations are stifling capital formation ...” We agree with @SECGov Chair nominee Paul Atkins on how to “return common sense” to the Commission.

Over $1 trillion in private credit was provided to U.S. businesses in 2023, driving job creation, innovation, and growth. As @FinancialCmte @USHouseFSC discuss expanding capital access, learn how private credit supports stability: mfaalts.org/issue/private-… youtube.com/watch?v=B47YZI…

North Carolina foundations and nonprofits, including @NovantHealth, invest $12.5 billion in hedge funds to meet financial obligations and support local communities across the state. Learn more about how your community benefits:

MFA issued the following statement from Rob Hailey, Head of EMEA Government Affairs, in response to Rachel Reeves’ announcement that HM Treasury would work to eliminate redundant MiFID reporting requirements.

MFA provided the European Commission with five key policies to enhance EU capital markets for investors, businesses, and savers. Strengthening capital markets and the role of alternative asset managers is essential to driving the EU’s economic growth and competitiveness.

MFA Ops: Treasury & Finance 2025 is one week away! Join us on March 12 at Citi Field for a dynamic experience featuring in-depth discussions with industry peers, allocators, and leading service providers.

Short selling is far from being a “menace.” It promotes liquidity and helps investors and companies reduce risk. @hughes_chris is right: “The net impact on the market is typically positive… short sellers help rather than hinder markets.” Learn more: mfaalts.org/issue/short-se…

In the Empire State, pensions, colleges and universities, and nonprofits like the @MountSinaiNYC invest $136.8 billion in hedge funds to support retirees, students, and life-changing missions for individuals and communities. Learn more:

As @FinancialCmte / @USHouseFSC examines ‘The Future of American Capital,’ policymakers should ensure Americans continue to benefit from the advantages of strong public and private markets. Here’s how alternative asset managers help Invest in Opportunity. investinginopportunity.org