Alternative Investment Funds

Alternative Investment Funds (AIF) are privately pooled investment vehicles that collect funds from sophisticated investors to invest in assets beyond traditional stocks and bonds. They encompass a range of strategies, including private equity, hedge funds, and real estate investments.

Key Features of AIF

  • Diverse Investment Strategies: Access to non-traditional asset classes and investment approaches.

  • Flexibility : Fund managers have the discretion to invest across various asset types and strategies.

  • Regulatory Oversight: In India, AIFs are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), ensuring a structured framework.

Why Go For an AIF?

  • Portfolio Diversification: Investing in alternative assets can reduce overall portfolio risk.

  • Access to Exclusive Opportunities: Investors can participate in ventures not available through traditional investment routes.

  • Potential for Enhanced Returns: Alternative assets may offer higher returns compared to conventional investments.

Scope of Analysis

  • Fund Manager Track Record

  • Deployment Strategy

  • Portfolio Efficiency

  • Investment Team Stability

  • Corporate Governance

Key Deliverables

Five-Point Output Reporting Kit

  • Monthly ‘Know Your Market (KYM)’ Report

  • Quarterly Quality Assurance Report

  • Portfolio Deviation Report (if any)

  • Quarterly Portfolio Key Changes Report

  • Peer Performance Reporting

PMS vs AIF vs BeyondMF

PMS/AIFPMS AggregatorsBeyondMFWhat We Offer
Aggregated Index of all PMS/AIFs in the countryYNLimited number of carefully curated high-quality products.
Past-performance driven fund suggestionsYNPotential to deliver sustainable risk-adjusted returns in the future.
Holistic and Client-centric AssessmentNYInvestor’s overall financial health is taken into account.
Focus on Investor Risk AppetiteNYProduct alignment with Risk appetite and Risk capacity of the investor.