AGF introduces NHC Tactical Alpha Fund, providing Canadian investors with absolute return options
AGF Capital Partners, a division of AGF Management Limited focused on private assets and alternative strategies, has introduced the AGF NHC Tactical Alpha Fund.
The fund, described as an absolute return-oriented strategy, aims to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns across varying market conditions while maintaining a low beta to traditional asset classes.
AGF Investments Inc. manages the Fund, which invests primarily in the New Holland Tactical Alpha Offshore Fund Ltd., a Cayman Islands company.
That fund, in turn, allocates its assets to the New Holland Tactical Alpha Master Fund LP, a Cayman Islands limited partnership managed by New Holland Capital (NHC).
Ash Lawrence, head of AGF Capital Partners, described the launch of the fund as part of their partnership with NHC to expand their alternatives business and diversify their offerings.
He emphasized NHC's extensive experience in absolute return investing and highlighted the opportunity for accredited Canadian investors to access their institutional-grade fund.
The AGF NHC Tactical Alpha Fund employs a diverse range of alternative investment strategies within a risk-managed framework. The structure is designed for efficient capital use and enhanced oversight of portfolio positions and risk exposures.
Scott Radke, CEO and co-CIO of New Holland Capital, stated, “Absolute return strategies can serve as an effective counterbalance to traditional asset classes in portfolios, helping to mitigate downside risk while maintaining participation in rising markets.”
He added that the company plans to use its expertise in absolute return investing to offer accredited Canadian investors access to diversification and uncorrelated investment strategies.
Lawrence highlighted the increasing relevance of alternative investments, saying, “Alternative investments are poised to play an increasingly important role in investor portfolios given a volatile and potentially more muted outlook for public markets.”
He also noted that the launch combines AGF Capital Partners’ resources with NHC’s expertise in the alternative investment space.
In February 2024, AGF Management Limited announced a strategic investment in NHC, marking a step forward in growing AGF Capital Partners, its diversified alternatives division.
