Articles by Kris Devasabai
Mixed reception for 130/30
Despite the enthusiasm with which the 130/30 strategy was first greeted, funds using this technique have failed to attract as much interest as first predicted. Hedge Funds Review talks to a variety of managers about the future for 130/30
Distressed strategy comes into play
The deep discounts on debt securities and expectations of a sharp increase in defaults have created a groundswell of interest in distressed debt strategies. Hedge Funds Review talks to fund managers about this strategy.
Continued performance of equity market neutral strategy expected in 2009
While many hedge fund strategies are struggling, equity market neutral supporters believe this strategy is capable of not just protecting but also increasing capital in any market. Hedge Funds Review discusses the strategy.
Brave new world for hedge funds
Hedge funds review standard offerin terms
Sentiment shifts on securities lending
The securities lending business was thrust into the limelight when regulators around the world moved to ban the short sale of banking stocks in 2008. The bans have had some unexpected repercussions.
Energy fortunes tied to global economy
After one of the worst years ever, funds in the energy sector are fewer and leaner. However, there is still value and good returns to be made if managers know where to look and have the right trading skills. Hedge Funds Review talks to managers about the…
Technology drives fund administration
Hedge fund administration is fast becoming an information technology business. In order to meet industry demands for greater transparency and more frequent reporting, fund administrators are revisiting their operational platforms and investing in…
Abraham Trading Diversified Program: Abraham Trading Company
Passion for managed futures pays high returns
Hope for increased use of derivatives exchanges by hedge funds
While derivatives may be going through a dodgy patch with regulators and the public, the exchanges that trade these instruments expect hedge funds to increase their use of these markets.
Prime brokers look outside Canada
Faced with a competitive and contracting domestic market, Canadian prime brokers are looking to the international markets for growth.
Canada re-thinks strategy
Canada's hedge fund industry was initially built on the foundation of the country's resources. This strategy worked during the commodities bull run but has now run into problems. US Editor Kris Devasabai looks the prospects and challenges for Canada's…
ETFs attract more attention from hedge funds
The exchange-traded fund started life around 15 years ago. While US hedge funds have embraced the use of ETFs, European funds have been slow off the mark. That could be changing.
Aida Fund: Aida Capital
Safety found in classical investing
Trapped in a deleveraging spiral
One of the biggest seismic shifts in 2008 was away from leverage. Easy credit has gone for good. Hedge Funds Review examines what options hedge funds have now that the easy credit has dried up
Dexia Carbon Fund: Dexia Carbon Fund Managers
Trading in the green market
Galena Special Situations Fund: Galena Asset Management
Commodity fund targets upside