Our Philosophy

Primary Objectives

Oceans18 is seeking to generate returns that are superior to those available in all traditional asset markets via the use of unique trading strategies. The returns it seeks to achieve are not only consistently superior to those of cash, fixed interest, equities and property, but are also entirely uncorrelated to any of the traditional asset markets. Oceans18 hopes that through the use of its IP, developed over many years and proven over many more, that its clients will be able to achieve net rates of return not otherwise found outside hedge fund and other trading-based environments.

Other Objectives

To maximise the short, medium and long term pre-tax returns of clients;
To ensure that Oceans18 operates lawfully and that appropriate policies and procedures are in place;
To develop and maintain excellent relationships with all clients;
To build a reputation for integrity, thoroughness and value adding; and
To create a harmonious, stimulating and rewarding work environment.

Oceans18’s three Directors, with the help of its staff, will be developing and managing a single business. That being the operation of its unique trading strategies for its clients, as well as itself.

Oceans18’s business is based on the provision of high-value-adding services. It achieves this goal by:

Having the principal owners directly responsible for the company’s performance and employing only senior, experienced staff;
Aligning Directors’ interests with those of clients, by having all Directors participate in Oceans18’s strategies and, particularly, structuring fees on a “client wins, Oceans18 wins” basis;
Remaining a boutique operator so that “a standard of excellence” is maintained rather than “an excellence at being standard”;
Understanding that its success over many years is not based on brand name nor size, but on its ability to deliver consistent performance and to operate ethically and fairly. The integrity of the company will not be compromised under any circumstances; and
Being transparent in its dealings with clients, being committed to constant improvement and always being ready to acknowledge mistakes.