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14/05/2013 - First Fund in Malta structured as a UCITS Master Feeder Fund by Valletta Fund Management Limited

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) is now offering investors a new investment opportunity to access a dynamic portfolio of a broad range of asset classes and strategies through the Vilhena Broad Opportunities Fund ... press to read more

04/04/2013 - New Classification for VFM Investment Solutions

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) has recently classified its range of investment solutions under five distinct categories which aims to address the investor’s financial goals that is cash management, income*, a combination of income* and growth, capital growth and absolute return ... press for more info

15/03/2013 - VFM supports a miniature church model

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) is sponsoring an exhibition of a miniature church model built by Joe Gerada. The church model is ten metres long and six metres wide and made of various types of wood ... press to read more

07/03/2013 - Six Bank of Valletta p.l.c. employees attend a two-day training course in London

A group of six Bank of Valletta p.l.c. (BOV) employees have just returned from a two-day training programme at Insight Investment Management (Global) Limited, JO Hambro Investment Management Limited and Bank of New York Mellon offices in London ... press to read more

25/02/2013 - A new educational and informative programme on RTK by Valletta Fund Management

Valletta Fund Management (VFM), a member of the BOV Group, is producing an informative and educational programme on RTK radio titled 'Investi bil-Ghaqal'. This programme which is eing aired every Friday between 18:05 and 18:55 hrs is undertaken by VFM to create awareness about investments and to help investors understand the basics of investments ... press to read more

07/02/2013 - VFM Funds Under Management exceed €707 million

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) held its first quarter educational seminar for Bank of Valletta p.l.c. (BOV) licensed financial representatives on 1 February 2013 at The Palace Hotel, Sliema. Kenneth Farrugia, Chief Officer - Fund Services, opened the seminar by announcing that funds under management have exceeded €707 million* ... press to read more

30/01/2013 - Vilhena Malta Government Bond Fund Exceeds a Fund Size of €100 million

As at 31 December 2012, the Vilhena Malta Government Bond Fund (the Fund) has registered total assets in access of €100 million. Speaking on this milestone, Mark Agius, Head of Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) stated 'This clearly confirms the affinity of the local investor to Malta government stocks.' ... press to read more

24/01/2013 - Insight Investment and Pareto Join Forces

Insight Investment Management (Global) Ltd, managed by the Valletta Fund Management (VFM) has joined forces with the currency risk management specialist, Pareto Investment Management Limited (Pareto) and certain of its affiliated entities ... press to read more

14/01/2013 - Cash Management is key within an Investment Portfolio

Both retail and institutional investors are increasingly demanding active management of their cash balances. As a result, cash is widely recognised as an asset class in its own right, deserving the same specialist focus as the other traditional asset classes such as bonds and shares ... press to read more

27/12/2012 - VFM Sponsors Pastel Society of Malta Exhibition

In line with its commitment to support local art and artists, Valletta Fund Management Limited, (VFM) is supporting the 6th Annual Exhibition of the Pastel Society of Malta which is being held at the Cavalieri Hotel, St Julians between the 7 December 2012 and the 17 January 2013 ... press to read more

17/12/2012 - Vilhena Fund SICAV P.L.C. holds its 15th Annual General Meeting

During the 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Vilhena Funds SICAV p.l.c. (the Company), the Directors presented the Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements of the Company for the year ended 30 June 2012 ... press to read more

3/12/2012 - Valletta Fund Management supports ‘Opus 2012 After The Masters’ – an exhibition by Ray Piscopo

‘Opus 2012 After the Masters’ is a recent collection of paintings by Ray Piscopo in a personal exhibition held at Cavalieri Hotel, St Julians which is being supported by Valletta Fund Management Ltd. (VFM) ... press to read more

29/11/2012 - Works of Art by local artists are now displayed in the La Valette VIP Club Lounge at Malta International Airport

Local artists Mary Attard and Joseph Martin Risiott have recently been given the opportunity to display their works of art at the newly refurbished La Valette V.I.P. Club Lounge at the Malta International Airport ... press to read more

21/11/2012 - Two of Malta’s prestigious artists in a joint exhibition supported by Valletta Fund Management

In its programme of events celebrating the 160th Anniversary, the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (the Society) has invited two of Malta’s most prestigious artists namely Harry Alden and Ganni Pace in a joint exhibition of their artworks...press to read more

08/11/2012 - JOHIM wins Best Boutique Investment Manager at Charity Times Awards

J  O Hambro Investment Management Limited (JOHIM) has been awarded the ‘Best Boutique Investment Manager’ award at October’s Charity Times Awards...press to read more

15/10/2012 - The Vilhena Mediterranean Rim Fund launches a NEW Euro Class of Shares

The Vilhena Mediterranean Rim Fund has launched a new Euro Class of Shares additional to the already available Class of Shares denominated in US Dollar...press to read more

10/10/2012 - Wignacourt Fund SICAV P.L.C. holds its 12TH Annual General Meeting

The Wignacourt Funds SICAV p.l.c. (the Company) recently held its 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Phoenicia Hotel, in Floriana. As at 28 September 2012, the company held €32 million in assets under management, an increase of 5.18% over the assets held as at 31 January 2012...press to read more

28/09/2012 - Three organizations come together towards a common, socially responsible goal

Employees from Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM), Valletta Fund Services Limited (VFS) and Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LGA) have joined forces to carry out various charitable initiatives at the Dar Sagra Familja in Zabbar. These initiatives aim to create a better living environment to members of the home...press to read more

20/09/2012 - Financial News selects Peter Rutter, in its 40 Under 40 Asset Management Rising Stars 2012

Peter Rutter, Fund Manager of the Vilhena Global Themed Fund at J O Hambro Investment Management Limited (JOHIM) was selected among a long list of potential rising stars during the second run of the Financial News (FN) 40 Under 40 Rising Stars of Asset Management.  FN picks up the brightest up-and-coming men and women in the Asset Management Industry...press to read more

03/09/2012 - Valletta Fund Management Limited holds its Quarterly Seminar

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) held its third quarter educational Seminar for Bank of Valletta p.l.c. (BOV) licensed financial representatives on 2 August 2012 at the Radisson Blu Resort and Spa Golden Sands...press to read more

13/08/2012 - Your one stop shop investment strategy

During a recent presentation, Steve Waddington, Fund Manager of the Vilhena UK Multi-Manager Fund, the US Multi-Manager Fund and the European Multi- Manager Fund explained that, The Multi Manager Funds, also known as a one-stop shop investment strategy, are designed to make an investor’s life easier by bringing together a range of specialist managers into a single fund. He continued saying that, These investment vehicles provide investors with a broad exposure to the skills of different investment houses which are continuously seeking opportunities and diversification as well as aiming for exceptional performance...press to read more

25/07/2012 - A Thematic approach for Global Equities by Valletta Fund Management Limited

The Vilhena Global Themed fund identifies and invests in the most attractive themes and companies in today’s growing sectors which are influenced by rising social needs and utilizes a disciplined investment process. Whilst the financial markets are experiencing an environment of political and economic uncertainty in Europe, it is important to keep in mind that three related themes remain persistent in the global economy and these are of great significance to investors. This was stated by Peter Rutter and Will Kenny, Fund Managers of the Vilhena Global Themed Fund during an information meeting organized by Valletta Fund Management Limited for potential investors...press to read more

28/06/2012 - Easy Access to the Asian Markets (excluding Japan) through the La Valette Far East Opportunities Fund

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) has since 1996 provided investors with various investment solutions aimed to meet their investment needs, beit liquidity, income, income and growth, absolute return and growth...press to read more

20/06/2012 - The vivid and bold colours of Luciano Schifano

Valletta Fund Management (VFM) is supporting artist Luciano Schifano in his art exhibition named So’: come sono, e come saro hosted by the Malta Society of Arts, Manufacturers and Commerce. The exhibition of both painting and Sculpture will be open for public viewing until 31 July 2012...press to read more

19/06/2012 - Training programme for Wealth Management Portfolio Managers in London

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) and Insight Investments (Global) Management Limited (Insight), has recently organised a training programme in London for Bank of Valletta p.l.c. Wealth Management portfolio managers...press to read more

04/06/2012 - Valletta Fund Management Limited sponsors a Maltese publication titled Kwadri ta' l-Imghoddi

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM), one of the leading fund management companies, is pleased to support the local poet and historian Charles Bezzina in the release of his 13th book namely Kwadri ta’ l-Imghoddi...press to read more

17/05/2012 - VFM Supports Paul Vella Critien's ceramics exhibition

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) is supporting Paul Vella Critien in his exhibition of ceramics namely ‘Sogno D’Oro, which will be on display at Cavalieri Hotel in St. Julian’s for public viewing between 19 May and 5 July 2012. The inauguration will take place on Friday 18 May 2012 at 19.30 hours...press to read more

17/05/2012 - VFM Sponsors Luciano Micallef's Glasswork and Painting exhibition

In line with its commitment to support local art and artists, Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) sponsored Luciano Micallef’s glasswork and recent paintings exhibition entitled Metaphors. The exhibition was inaugurated on the 11 May 2012 at the artist’s own gallery... press to read more

10.05.2012 - Valletta Fund Management holds is Q2 Sales Seminar

For the second quarter of the financial year commencing 1st October 2011, Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) has organized its sales seminar for Bank of Valletta p.l.c. (BOV) sales personnel who are licensed to promote and sell the VFM range of investment funds. The event, which took place at the Corinthia St. George’s Bay, addressed various aspects related to the local and international financial markets with particular emphasis on VFM’s investment solutions aimed to provide investors with periodic income streams....press to read more

10.05.2012 - VFM and VFS enjoyed a day of activities with children of Angela House

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) and Valletta Fund Services Limited (VFS) have recently organised a day full of activities for the children of Angela House of the Ursuline Sisters, Gwardamangia. The event took place at Ir-Razzett tal-Hbiberija in Marsascala...press to read more

12.04.2012 - Vilhena Malta Governament Bond Fund - Three distinct benefits

Since its inception in 1995, Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) has been very active in its strategy to be Malta’s leading provider of investment funds. Today, Valletta Fund Management offers investors a wide range of investment funds which invest across the main asset classes and having different risk profiles to suit the investment objectives of local investors....press to read more

26.03.2012 - VFM Supports Silver Palette - Arts Competition and Exhibition 2012

In line with its commitment to support local art and artists, Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) has recently sponsored the Silver Palette Arts competition and exhibition , mainly aimed at art students and amateurs.  The Exhibition which will be held between the 9th – 30th March 2012, at the Palazzo de La Salle in Valletta has attracted a total of 61 artists presenting 76 works of art to include 61 paintings and 15 pieces of sculptures....press to read more

15.03.2012 - Training programme for Wealth Management Portfolio Managers in London

Six Bank of Valletta p.l.c. employees attended a two-day training programme at Insight Investment (Global) Management Limited, JO Hambro Investment Management and Bank of New York Mellon offices in London. The participants met various Fund Managers responsible for Funds managed by Valletta Fund Management Limited.

13.03.2012 - VFM Sponsors Bike Marathon 2012

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) has recently presented a sponsorship to Mr Manwel Borg, co-ordinator of Bike Marathon 2012....press to read more

13.02.2012 - Valletta Fund Management holds its Quarterly Sales Seminar

As part of its ongoing training Valletta Fund Management (VFM) has recently organised its quarterly sales seminar for authorised sales persons who are licensed to promote and sell its range of investment funds.... press to read more

25.01.2012 - Vilhena Funds SICAV PLC holds its 15th Annual General Meeting

Vilhena Funds SICAV p.l.c. (the Company) recently held its 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Westin Dragonara Hotel, in St.Julian’s.... press to read more

06.12.2011 - Valletta Fund Management Limited Holds its Annual Sales Seminar

Bank of Valletta p.l.c.’s (BOV) employees authorised to promote Valletta Fund Management’s (VFM) range of investment funds have recently attended VFM’s Annual Seminar. The aim of the seminar is to update those present with the recent market highlights as well as to give them an update of VFM’s range of local and international funds....press to read more

11.08.2011 - Fund Management Limited offers Investors a flexible plan to meet their needs

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) provides investors with the opportunity to start a Monthly Investment Plan from as little as €50 (or US$50 or £30) a month. The Monthly Investment Plans by VFM allow investors to invest a small amount of money into a fund of their choice available in Euro, United States Dollar or Pound Sterling without having to wait until they accumulate a lump sum .... press to read more 

05.08.2011 - VFM Sponsors LAND Group to the International Youth Summer Camp

Valletta Fund Management Limited has recently presented a sponsorship to Ms Jenesse Abela, Chairperson of the Living Ability Not Disability Group (LAND). The sponsorship was in respect to the upcoming International Youth Summer Camp where 6 members with a disability and 5 personal assistants will be participating for the second time. The International Camp will take place in Lignano Sabbiadoro, Italy and will attract over 200 youths with and without disability from over 20 EU countries. The event consists of a week of fun including various activities such as sports, international nights, cultural exchanges and development of friendship.... press to read more

03.08.2011 - Valletta Fund Management supports the National Foster Care Association Malta

Children and their carers need to benefit from enhanced legislation that observes and protects the rights of children in foster care. This was stated by Jason Zerafa, President of National Foster Care Association Malta (NFCAM) during a recent sponsorship presentation by Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) held at the Company's offices in Mriehel.... press to read more

01.08.2011 - VFM and VFS host children to a memorable fun day

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) and Valletta Fund Services Limited (VFS) organised a day of activities for children from the Jesus of Nazareth Institute of Zabbar.... press to read more

28.07.2011 - Valletta Fund Management Limited holds its Quarterly Seminar

Valletta Fund Management (VFM) recently organised its quarterly seminar for the employees of Bank of Valletta who are authorised to promote and sell its range of funds.

Wignacourt Funds SICAV plc holds its 10th Annual General Meeting – Performance of Malta Fund up by 17.4%

The quoted share price of the Wignacourt Malta Fund accumulator class of shares registered an increase in value of 17.4%, as the price climbed from €2.321 to €2.726 during the financial year 31 May 2009 to 31 May 2010 .... press to read more

Valletta Fund Management Limited and Valletta Fund Services Limited treat Children to a Fun Day

Saturday 19th June 2010 was a day to remember for 13 children, aged between 4 and 14 years, from the Fra Diego Home in {amrun, who were taken for a one day treat, which kicked off at the BOV Fun Park at Ta’ Qali, followed by a ride on Malta’s trackless train Peprina”and finally lunch at the Veduta Restaurant in Rabat  .... press to read more

 Valletta Fund Management Limited Sponsors Sensazioni dell’Anima by Paul Vella Critien

Valletta Fund Management Limited, (VFM) in line with its commitment to support local art and artists, is supporting an exhibition of ceramic sculpture by Paul Vella Critien entitled Sensazjoni dell’Anima. The works of art will be exhibited at the Palazzo Castellania in Merchants Street Valletta until the 26th of November 2010 .... press to read more

04.06.2010 - Valletta Fund Management celebrates 15 years of Customer Loyalty

Valletta Fund Management Limited (VFM) is proud to announce that June 6th will mark the Company’s 15th Anniversary since it was set-up as the as the first fund management company in Malta in 1995.

03.11.2009 - Valletta Fund Management launches a completely redesigned and enhanced web site

Valletta Fund Management (VFM) has launched a new redesigned website.  With an entirely fresh appearance and format the new website contains more customer oriented and detailed information for existing and prospective shareholders, while also being more visually appealing...more

21.10.2009 - Wignacourt Funds SICAV plc holds the 9th Annual General Meeting

During the 9th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Wignacourt Funds SICAV p.l.c. (“the Company”), held at the Corinthia San Gorg Hotel, St Julians, the Directors presented the Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements of the Company for the year ended 31 May 2009. The Net Asset Value of the Company as at year end stood over €32.92 million, which represents an increase of 11.47% over that registered on the 31 May 2008, which stood at €29.53 million....more 

09.07.2009 - Insight remains positive on the outlook for credit markets

Peter Bentley gives his views on how current market conditions are affecting the management of the La Valette Sterling Income Fund together with Insight Investment’s overall view on activity in the credit market....more

15.05.2009 - Facing up to the recession by investing wisely

When times are hard and there is a dearth of opportunities where to put your money, the quality of a judicious investment becomes all the more important....more

14.04.2009 - Valletta Fund Management Limited and Insight Investment (Global) Management Limited organised a training programme in London for Bank of Valletta employees

A group of eight Bank of Valletta (BOV) employees has just returned from a two day training programme at the Insight Investment (Global) Management Limited (“Insight”) offices in London....more