Hedge funds
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.
Hedge fund reporting challenged
Investors in hedge funds are naturally interested in knowing how hedge fund managers allocate their initial investment and whether this allocation yields positive returns or not. Information on past investment returns is of particular interest, as is…
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.
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
Invesco Multi-Strategy Portfolio: Invesco
Portfolio offers transparency and pure alpha
Managed accounts not seen as the panacea investors desperately seek
Will managed accounts be the structure of choice in future for funds of funds and for investors?
Trafalgar Special Situations Fund: Trafalgar Asset Managers
Finding value in any market
Derivatives head for clearing
After the collapse of Lehman Brothers and the bailout of AIG, financial service regulators are searching for a way to bring order to the over-the-counter derivatives market. Top of the list are actions aimed at credit default swaps. US Editor Kris…
Interview with Andrew Ross, CEO, Cazenove Capital Management
Contrarian combined with collegiate
Power to the investors
Bruised investors are finally calling the shots in the hedge fund market as they seek to reallocate capital. With many now demanding greater liquidity, transparency and security, more of the business is likely to migrate to managed accounts. By Peter…
Madoff fallout
A growing number of lawsuits have emerged accusing fund management firms of investing client money with Bernard Madoff without conducting adequate due diligence. Do these accusations have merit? What are fund managers doing to improve their due diligence…
Quant comes back fighting in 2009: quantitative strategies
Quantitative funds have had a mixed reception. Some have managed to navigate the volatile markets; others have fared less well. Investors, however, are still cautious when it comes to putting money into what many see as complicated and risky ventures…
Abraham Trading Diversified Program: Abraham Trading Company
Passion for managed futures pays high returns
Investable indexes - January 2009
Credit Suisse /Tremont Hedge Fund Index - Dow Jones Hedge Fund Benchmarks - Frontier Capital Multi-Asset Platform Fund - Greenwich Global Hedge Fund Index - HFRX Global Hedge Fund Index - Lyxor Global hedge Fund Index
Hybrid appetite rapacious: hybrid private equity
With market turmoil at a high, the hybrid private equity hedge fund might see a resurgence as managers seek opportunities. The latest trends and appetite for this type of fund are explored by Stephen Quigley
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…
Psychology meets economic theory: profile of Colin McLean, SVM
Behavioural finance forms the best part of Colin McLean's approach to hedge fund management. His passion for this unusual perspective of the finance sector has set him apart from fellow hedge funds in more ways than one. Margie Lindsay talks to McLean…
Hedge funds face hurdles to reach investors in Nordic region
While there is some acceptance of hedge funds by investors in the Nordic region, funds face considerable obstacles in marketing to high net worth individuals as well as institutions. A tendency by governments to 'protect' investors has hindered…
Quantum UK Absolute Income Fund: Quantum Asset Management
Investors hungry for low-risk fund
Brave new world for hedge funds
Hedge funds review standard offerin terms
Investable indexes - December 2008
Credit Suisse /Tremont Hedge Fund Index - Dow Jones Hedge Fund Benchmarks - Frontier Capital Multi-Asset Platform Fund - Greenwich Global Hedge Fund Index - HFRX Global Hedge Fund Index - Lyxor Global hedge Fund Index
Multi-strategy model struggles as investor confidence wanes
Investor confidence in multi-strategy funds is wavering. Hedge Funds Review talks to managers to find out how they think the strategy will perform in 2009.
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…