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Family offices are increasingly investing via AIFs: What's driving the trend


Published on 2025-03-06 08:21:12 - cnbctv18
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  • With a growing focus on long-term wealth preservation, AIFs offer family offices access to a wide range of non-traditional assets, including private equity, real estate, hedge funds, and venture capital.

Family offices are increasingly turning to Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) for their investment strategies, driven by several key factors. AIFs offer diversification away from traditional asset classes, providing access to unique investment opportunities like private equity, venture capital, and real estate, which can potentially yield higher returns. The regulatory framework for AIFs in India, established by SEBI, has matured, offering a structured and transparent investment vehicle that aligns with the sophisticated needs of family offices. Additionally, AIFs allow for customization of investment portfolios to match specific risk profiles and investment goals, which is particularly appealing to family offices looking to preserve and grow wealth over generations. The trend is also fueled by the need for privacy, as AIFs can maintain confidentiality, and the ability to co-invest alongside institutional investors, enhancing the potential for value creation. This shift reflects a broader trend where family offices seek to leverage alternative investments to achieve better risk-adjusted returns in a low-yield environment.

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