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On March 25, 2025, CFA Society Liechtenstein hosted the 57th After-Work Lecture on the topic of "Private Equity Secondaries: Trends, Transactions, and Opportunities." We were honored to have Boris Maeder , Head of International Private Wealth at Coller Capital , and Roman Eggler, CAIA , Head of DACH Private Wealth at Coller Capital , share their expertise. Here are the key take-aways from their presentation: 1️⃣ Illiquidity Premium as a Value Driver Overperformance in secondary market transactions is driven by the illiquidity premium. This premium is not a “bug” or a drawback; rather, it’s an inherent feature that is ...

"Macro Outlook 2025" with Garry Evans On 15th of January, CFA Society Liechtenstein had the pleasure to host its yearly signature event, the  Forecast Dinner . This is always a highly anticipated event for our community, and this year's edition did not disappoint. We had the privilege of hearing from Garry Evans , a distinguished expert from BCA Research, who shared his perspectives on the current state of the economy and financial markets. But the evening wasn’t just about Garry’s forecast for future . The participants made their own bets for the year ahead, and we also acknowledged those who made the most accurate ...

On 28 th of November 2024 the CFA Society Liechtenstein was happy to host the 56th After Work Lecture at the University of Liechtenstein . This event brought together professionals from the Liechtenstein and Swiss financial industries, as well as students from the University of Liechtenstein, for an evening of learning and networking . At the 56 th After Work Lecture , we dived into the complex world of Catastrophe Bonds (Cat Bonds) , and the impact Hurricane Milton had on the asset class. The session offered attendees a thorough understanding of the mechanics of Cat Bonds, their historical performance, and how events ...

Die steigende Bedeutung der Privatmärkte Die Privatmärkte entwickeln sich seit Jahren höchst dynamisch. Laut einer McKinsey-Studie wurden im vergangenen Jahr Vermögenswerte von 13,1 Billionen Dollar in dieser Anlageklasse verwaltet. Dieser Entwicklung trägt auch das CFA Institute in seinem Ausbildu ngsprogramm Rechnung. Die Privatmärkte sind seit 2018 um durchschnittlich 20 Prozent pro Jahr gewachsen. Dies obwohl sie seit 2022 mit erheblichen Herausforderungen zu kämpfen haben. Die gestiegenen Zinsen und grosse makroökonomische Unsicherheiten haben zu einer stark gesunkenen Nachfrage nach neuen Fonds, stark fallenden Transaktionen und tieferen ...

An Inspiring Evening with CFA Society Liechtenstein proudly sponsored by VP Fund Solutions : A Blend of 🏅 Values, ⚽️ Football, and 🍻 Networking Last Wednesday, the Rooftop Lounge at Hotel kommod Liechtenstein in Ruggell was filled with energy as the CFA Society Liechtenstein hosted an inspiring After Work Event, organized and lead by Wolfdieter Schnee, CAIA through this memorable evening. The highlight of the event was an engaging talk by Dr. Philippe H. Niebuhr , the Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board of FC St. Pauli von 1910 e.V. , who provided a fascinating insight into the unique ...

🏆 And the winners are ... ⁉️ 📆 This week, the CFA Society Liechtenstein hosted its prestigious Annual Forecast Dinner in Vaduz, an event that brought together the brightest minds in finance. We were honored to have Joe Prendergast from Goodbody as our keynote speaker. His presentation, titled " Macro Resilience and the Allure of Cash, is resistance futile? " provided invaluable insights into the current macroeconomic landscape. 🔍 Joe’s analysis highlighted a myriad of political and economic dangers which coincide with heightened risk of financial market volatility in 2024. Cash rates are currently attractive, but ...

Christian Dreyer, von der CFA Society Liechtenstein, wird zum Presidents Council Representative (PCR) der CFA Region EMEA West gewählt. Das Presidents Council ist ein ehrenamtliches Komitee des CFA Institutes und dient dem Meinungs- und Informationsaustausch zwischen dem CFA Institute und den CFA Societies (regionale bzw. Länderorganisationen). Darüber hinaus vertritt der PCR die Anliegen der CFA Societies im Board of Governors, dem oberste Führungsgremium des CFA Instituts. Die CFA Region EMEA West besteht aus 18 CFA Societies. Christian Dreyer ist unabhängiger Finanzanalytiker und Investor sowie Gründungsmitglied der CFA Society Liechtenstein. Er ...

Sustainability has become an increasingly important issue for businesses and investors around the world. As we continue to face global challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and cybersecurity risks, it's clear that a more sustainable approach is needed to protect value and drive positive change. One company that is leading the way in this area is Partners Group, a global private markets investment manager with a strong focus on sustainability. André Frei, Chairman of Sustainability at Partners Group, recently shared his insights on this topic at the 52nd After-Work Lecture on Asset and Investment Management hosted by CFA Society Liechtenstein ...

Last night, we hosted the highly anticipated Annual Forecast Dinner 2023 of the CFA Society Liechtenstein, and it was an outstanding success! With a packed room of finance professionals and market experts, the event provided a unique opportunity for networking and knowledge sharing. The keynote speaker,  Christoph Boner , delivered a thought-provoking presentation on the current state of the financial markets and what we can expect in the coming year. His insights and expertise were invaluable, and the audience was thoroughly engaged throughout his talk. Another key highlight of the evening was the live voting on market predictions, where attendees were ...