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It's all in the mix
Want to set up a hedge fund but don't know where to start? Here's the lowdown
Coutts banks on raising £100m for protected plan
private bank aims to meet demand for less volatile offering
Citigroup shifts focus for alternative profits
group's ceo sees profit moving out of manufacturing
Under fire
Are hedge funds the cause of volatility in investment markets?
Event-driven strategies can profit in slow times
The supply of distressed investment opportunities is unprecedented
Pessimism holds dollar back from recovery
Despite dollar weakness, the euro is struggling to break parity
Caution First
Funds of funds are adjusting portfolios to take account of market conditions but need to do so with care
A tough nut to crack
Legal impediments and excessive taxation have stunted the German hedge fund market. If these are eased there should be massive growth
US scandals could spark exodus
US scandals may force investors to seek relative safety of european hedge funds
Risk Committee meets to raise reporting standards
Managers, insurers and institutional investors reach a consesus agreement on information requirements