💰 Starting a Forex Fund
While Forex brokers, money managers, and liquidity providers have faced increasing regulatory pressure in recent years, the number of Forex funds worldwide continues to grow due to rising demand for passive Forex investing services.
Setting Up the Forex Fund -location
A Forex fund can be established in many countries around the world without needing to visit them. You can easily start a Forex fund in the US, Europe, or even offshore jurisdictions.
The United States offers a large pool of potential investors and a clear legal framework for setting up your Forex fund, though consulting a specialized legal advisor is always necessary. For offshore funds, the British Virgin Islands is often the preferred choice. Keep in mind that while offshore locations offer tax advantages, they may not be ideal for smaller funds.
Legal Requirements and Time
The best way to start a Forex fund is by using two separate business entities:
□ A limited partnership for the Forex fund itself
□ A separate limited partnership to manage the fund
Starting a Forex fund requires a legal advisor experienced in preparing the necessary documents. In the US, these documents typically include:
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The PPM (Private Placement Memorandum)
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The fund’s limited partnership agreement
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The subscription agreement
Other legal documents may include:
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Anti-Money Laundering policies
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Know-Your-Customer procedures
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Disaster/Data Loss policies
Additionally, the fund requires:
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A bank account
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A brokerage account
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An Investor Pitch Deck (a presentation providing an overview of the fund’s structure and details)
Setting up a Forex fund in a Western country usually takes between 2 and 4 weeks, though establishing an offshore Forex fund can be faster.
How It Is Managed
The Forex fund is managed by a CPO (Commodity Pool Operator), while individual accounts are managed by a CTA (Commodity Trading Adviser).
Management Fees
Typical management fees for Forex funds include either an annual percentage fee or a performance fee, specifically:
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An annual fee of 1% to 2% of assets under management, or
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A performance fee of 15% to 30% of annual net gains
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Alternatively, a combination of both
Note that the performance fee is calculated on a cumulative basis over a certain period, meaning it is only paid after losses during that period have been fully recovered.
Advertising the Forex Fund
In the US, a Forex fund can only be advertised if it is listed on a recognized securities exchange. However, for simple managed-account services, the money manager is allowed to advertise their account services.
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