100 Up For Jersey Private Funds As Structure Finds Clear Appeal Amongst Alternative Managers

The Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) has reported a sustained strong uptake in the Jersey Private Fund (JPF), with 100 structures being formed less than one year since its launch.

The 100th JPF was registered by the JFSC last week (2nd March), underlining the interest in the product since it was launched in mid-March last year.

The latest addition to Jersey's suite of fund structuring options, the JPF was introduced to provide institutional and professional investors with a more streamlined and fast-track regime with tailored ongoing regulatory requirements, under which funds for up to 50 investors could be established in as little as 48 hours.

By providing a more flexible and versatile framework, the JPF has markedly improved the speed and ease with which funds marketed to professional investors can be established, whilst at the same time ensuring continued compliance with international standards by requiring the appointment of a