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Positive risk environment in 2012 should benefit some hedge fund strategies

A positive January performance got hedge funds off to a good start for 2012. A better macroeconomic backdrop and a more positive risk environment could continue to benefit some strategies, says FRM.

Hedge Funds Review | 07 Feb 2012secure

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Emerging markets will dominate global growth as political and economic power shifts east

As power shifts to the east, emerging markets are driving global growth said speakers at City Week. These markets are growing fast, which means their currencies will become more important in future.

Hedge Funds Review | 07 Feb 2012secure

Roubini forecasts continuing danger for global economic outlook in 2012 and beyond

Advanced economies, compared with emerging markets, have better fundamentals, but getting back to ‘normal' will be a multi-year process, says economist Nouriel Roubini.

Hedge Funds Review | 06 Feb 2012secure

Brics will slow over next decade as consumers drive growth

Changes in demographics and sluggish investment flows will check the fast economic growth in the Bric countries over 2010-20. Slower growth will impact the global economy, says Legal & General.

Hedge Funds Review | 02 Feb 2012 | screening image

M&A activity in 2012 could be boosted by strong corporates and interest from Asia-Pacific

Opportunities for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) could pick up in 2012 although economic, political and regulatory challenges remain and activity is dependent on confidence returning to the markets.

Hedge Funds Review | 01 Feb 2012secure

US most likely to lead equity rally in 2012, say hedge fund managers and institutional investors

Over half of hedge funds and institutional investors think the US is most likely to lead an equity rally this year. The EU came second with 16%, according to a Hedge Funds Review website poll.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Jan 2012secure

Hedge fund investors look to share classes for currency risk management

Part of the currency hedging process is managing the exposure gained through hedge fund share classes, another aspect of risk management, which is becoming more of a focus for investors.

Hedge Funds Review | 30 Jan 2012secure

Sprott sounds warning on global risks

Canadian asset manager Eric Sprott says recent market stability will be short-lived and tells investors to increase exposure to precious metals. He warns of prolonged low US growth.

Hedge Funds Review | 25 Jan 2012secure

Video: Interview with Isaac Souede, chairman and chief executive, Permal Group

Isaac Souede, chief executive and chairman of fund of hedge funds group Permal, talks about the challenges facing the industry, the creation of alpha and how the industry needs innovation to achieve alpha.......

Hedge Funds Review | 19 Jan 2012 | screening image

Global economic growth to remain slow in 2012 while Asia experiences comparatively high growth

This year will be another tough year for global economies. Asia is likely to experience comparatively good growth, says Crédit Agricole. The US is likely to avoid recession with growth less than 2%.

Hedge Funds Review | 18 Jan 2012secure

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