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Investor and regulatory pressures continue to force change in hedge...
Institutional investors and regulators are agitating for stronger of hedge fund corporate governance, with majority independent boards with the expertise and time to oversee activities.
Government intervention in the foreign exchange markets has made life difficult for currency traders but the asset class continues to offer significant diversification benefits for investors.
In an uncertain world, convertible bond arbitrage has much to offer in downside protection and potential upside. Greater volatility increases the opportunity set for this strategy to create value.
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As hedge funds become increasing institutionalised, succession planning is seen as a key risk factor by investors focused on how management changes could impact performance over the long term.
Cayman hedge fund structures remain dominant as Europeans move towards...
Increased regulation, particularly in Europe, is likely to force more managers to consider onshore, regulated hedge fund structures but the Cayman products remain the most popular with investors.
Europe could be headed for Japan-style stagnation, says Crispin Odey
Crispin Odey, founder of Odey Asset Management, fears for Europe’s economic future but believes if volatility can be tamed, he can give investors solid returns this year. He sees value in US stocks.
Political expediency of EU politicians could be dangerous for hedge...
Simon Ruddick of Albourne Partners is adamant the hedge fund industry needs to take institutional investor demands for better transparency and operational infrastructure seriously in order to thrive.
Hedge funds are positioned for more eurozone chaos
The latest developments in the eurozone have sent markets into panic mode. Hedge funds have reduced exposure to Europe. However, they are also confident there are opportunities in undervalued assets.
Hedge funds struggle with risk-on/risk-off markets with no change in...
Risk-on/risk-off attitudes persist among investors ready to accept negative real returns on safe havens while paying abnormally high risk premiums. Markets continue to be dominated by policy issues.
Hedge fund investors get creative with tail hedges
Possible economic disaster has led to a proliferation of tail risk strategies giving investors more ways to protect against extreme events. A diversified approach to tail risk could yield best results.
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