COVID-19 and its impacts on funds & investors in Bahrain

COVID-19 and its impacts on funds & investors in Bahrain

TDT I Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

COVID-19, as we all know, is having its economic impact on companies and underlying investments all around the globe. Besides, there is also a considerable amount of uncertainty as to the extent and duration of its impact leading to market turmoil putting significant pressure on fund liquidity. The Daily Tribune sat with Faizal Bhana, the Director Middle East and Africa, Jersey Finance and Brian Howard, Head of Funds at Trowers & Hamlins to find out the opportunities and challenges that have come up in the region amid the pandemic. Excerpts from the talk:

• How has covid-19 impacted the relationship between funds and their investors?

Covid 19 has focused many investors on liquidity to meet their business needs. As such, in relation to funds, investors are increasingly examining their exit rights,