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Luxembourg

Leading funds jurisdiction. Tax efficient. Politically and economically stable.
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Why Luxembourg?

Luxembourg has firmly established itself as one of the leading global financial centres for investment fund structuring. Its easy access to the European market, economic and political stability, tax efficiency, and international credibility makes it an ideal choice for fund managers looking to launch and distribute funds across borders.

Gateway to the European Market

Luxembourg fund structures offer streamlined access to the EU through passporting rights. These rights enable Undertakings for the Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS) and Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), which appoint an authorised Alternative Investment Manager (AIFM) to be marketed across EU member states to retail and professional investors without requiring additional regulatory approval per EU member state, simplifying the distribution process.

Flexible and innovative structures

Luxembourg supports various fund types, from retail-focused UCITS to bespoke AIFs vehicles like Reserved Alternative Investment Funds (RAIFs), ensuring fund managers can align strategies to specific investor needs.

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Luxembourg legal entities and vehicles

Luxembourg offers many product options underpinned by three pillars, namely, UCITS, AIFs and Responsible Investing (RI).

Undertakings for the Collective Investment in Transferable Securities

Undertakings for the Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS) is a regulatory framework established by the European Union to oversee and standardise the creation, management, and distribution of investment funds across member states aimed at retail investors. Accordingly, the UCITS regime ensures high investor protection while allowing funds to be marketed throughout the EU under a single set of rules. UCITS funds are widely regarded for their transparency, liquidity, and strict regulatory oversight, making them a popular choice for individual and institutional investors.

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Alternative Investment Funds

Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are investment vehicles that pool funds from investors to invest in assets beyond traditional options like stocks, bonds, or cash. These funds typically include private equity, hedge funds, real estate, venture capital, and other non-traditional investments. AIFs are often favoured by high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors seeking diversification, higher returns, or exposure to niche markets. They are subject to specific regulations and may involve higher risks than conventional investments, making them suitable for well-informed and professional investors with an increased willingness to take risks.

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Responsible Investing

Sustainable funds have gained increased traction over the years. It is expected that Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) funds will represent an even larger share of the overall fund market in the future. Luxembourg’s fund industry associate, the Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry (ALFI) together with LuxFLAG aim to promote investments in sustainable alternatives.

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Investment Fund Managers & Management Companies

For asset managers based outside the European Union—whether in the United Kingdom, the United States, Switzerland, Asia, or elsewhere—Luxembourg offers a well-established, flexible, and scalable platform to access European investors.

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Vanessa Molloy
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Stéphane Karolczuk
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Pierre-Luc Wolff
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Massimiliano della Zonca
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