Our Alternative Investments podcast series will focus on topical issues and trends impacting the alternative investment industry. The series is hosted by Philip Murphy, a Alternative Investments Tax Partner at KPMG Ireland, and will feature KPMG and other subject matter experts, who will give their views on the current state of play across a diverse range of topics.
Episode 1: Deirdre Fortune, KPMG’s Global Head of Asset Management
In the first episode of our “Spotlight on Alternatives” podcast series, Deirdre Fortune, KPMG’s Global Head of Asset Management Tax discusses key global trends and issues impacting alternative investment funds with Philip Murphy, Tax Partner in Alternative Investments. The discussion includes Deirdre’s thoughts on the latest developments across different asset classes, the increased global focus of alternative managers, US investor sentiment and the possible direction of travel.
Episode 2: Gareth Bryan, Head of Asset Management Tax
In the second episode of our “Spotlight on Alternatives” podcast series, Gareth Bryan, Tax Partner and Head of Asset Management Tax in KPMG Ireland discusses topical tax issues with Philip Murphy, Tax Partner in Alternative Investments. The discussion includes Gareth’s thoughts on the impact of developments such as interest limitation rules and the anticipated Unshell Directive (ATAD 3) on alternative investment structures, in addition to some comments on the recently launched Department of Finance consultation regarding the funds sector in Ireland.
Episode 3: Andrew Farmer, Director in KPMG Ireland's Sustainable Futures
In the third episode of our “Spotlight on Alternatives” podcast series, Andrew Farmer, Director in KPMG Ireland's Sustainable Futures practice talks to Philip Murphy, Tax Partner in Alternative Investments about practical ESG considerations and the impact across alternative investments. This discussion includes Andrew's experience on where managers across different asset classes are currently at on their ESG journey and practical steps managers can take to better align their ESG approach to investor needs.
Philip Murphy
Partner, Asset Management Tax
KPMG in Ireland
