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ASK Hedge Solutions xyz Focused on Achieving Consistent, Risk-Adjusted Returns

The ASK Hedge Solutions team represents the asset management division within the ASK Asset Management & Wealth Group. This team is spearheaded by hedge fund veterans, Vaibhav Sanghavi (CEO) and Piyush Shah (CIO), who have a combined experience of 18 years in the industry. They are recognized for pioneering the “Category III Long-Short Alternative Investment Fund (AIF)” in India, demonstrating extensive knowledge in the Long-Short space. At ASK, the team is committed to offering Hedge solutions across various platforms, with a focus on delivering “Risk-adjusted Returns”.

The team’s diverse experience spans fundamental and technical research, derivatives, and trading. They have a proven track record of delivering positive absolute returns with low volatility in a variety of market scenarios. Their strategic management structure has earned significant recognition on both domestic and global platforms

Our Funds

ASK Absolute Return Fund

Our flagship product – ASK Absolute Return Fund endeavours to deliver absolute returns over medium term with lower degree of volatility compared to broader Indian equity indices. The fund is positioned as a fixed income alternative with an aim to deliver consistent risk adjusted returns with a net alpha of 100-150 bps (net of fees and tax) over liquid fixed income alternatives from a 12+ month investment horizon.

Investment Philosophy

  • Experience

    The investment team led by hedge fund veterans, Vaibhav Sanghavi (CEO) and Piyush Shah (CIO) have a vintage of 17 years, with an extensive experience, specializing in Long-Short strategies.

  • Innovation

    The team pioneered the India’s first AIF Category III Long-Short Fund, emphasizing on capital preservation with risk-adjusted returns.

  • Consistent Performance

    Our track record demonstrates positive returns with low volatility across most market scenarios.

  • Recognised Excellence

    The team in their journey have received multiple awards in the hedge fund space on global platforms.

Our History

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2023

1983

The Beginning Set-up by Mr Asit Koticha and Mr Sameer Koticha, ASK Group offers research-based Investment advisory.

1994-95

PMS entity is incorporated. Received a license under the SEBI PMS regulations.

2006

Incorporated ASK Wealth Advisors Pvt. Ltd. (Wealth Management)

2009

Incorporated ASK Property Investment Advisors Pvt. Ltd. (Real Estate Private Equity)

2011

Forayed into international markets. Incorporated ASK Capital Management Pvt. Ltd in Singapore

2016

Advent International acquires significant minority stake in ASK

2016

ASK Financial Holdings Pvt. Ltd. receives NBFC license from RBI

2022

Blackstone acquires majority stake in ASK, Advent International exists.

2022

Group AUM crossed INR 800 Bn

2023

ASK Long Short Fund Managers Pvt Ltd. incorporated to provide Hedge Solutions

Meet the team

Vaibhav Sanghavi
Piyush Shah
Namesh Chhangani
Manasee Nagarkar
Meet the Team