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Cambridge Associates buys Swiss alternative investment firm SIGLO

Wednesday, September 04, 2024

Laxman Pai, Opalesque Asia:

Cambridge Associates (CA), a global investment firm, expanded its alternative investment capabilities with the acquisition of Zurich-based alternative investment specialist SIGLO Capital Advisors.

The deal, for an undisclosed amount, is expected to close in autumn 2024, said a press release from the provider of investment portfolio management and advisory services to institutional investors, including foundations and endowments, pensions, private clients, and corporate and government entities.

"The acquisition adds a highly complementary alternatives business to CA's existing private investment platform," it said.

Founded in 2010, SIGLO provides tailor-made solutions in alternative investments including insurance-linked securities (ILS), private credit, hedge funds, and impact investing primarily to pensions and other institutional and professional clients in Switzerland.

"Cambridge Associates and SIGLO share similar values, clients-first cultures, and deep commitments to delivering exceptional performance for client-specific goals and needs. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in our journey to bring a more holistic suite of alternative investment solutions to our clients, our partners, and our entire team," said Michael Knecht and Christoph Gort, co-founders of SIGLO.

With existing European offices in London and Munich, CA has served European pension, endowment, foundation, and private clients for nearly 40......................

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