Equalisation
Definition
What is Equalisation?
An accounting adjustment intended to treat incoming and existing fund investors fairly in relation to accrued income or performance fees.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A new investorA person or organisation that commits capital with the expectation of a financial return. does not pay a performance feeA fee linked to returns above a stated threshold or benchmark. on gains earned before joining.
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