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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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Fund managers could be hit by exit of Italian bonds from BarCap index

Further downgrades for Italy would cause its inflation-linked bonds to drop out of a Barclays Capital index, prompting mass selling by fund managers. Dealers want the ECB to expand bond-buying remit.

Hedge Funds Review | 10 Jan 2012secure

UK Conservatives take CCPs to heart after split with EU over ECB policy on clearing houses

British prime minister David Cameron's demand for the UK to be exempt from an European Central Bank (ECB) policy on clearing houses helped to prompt December's split with the European Union.

Hedge Funds Review | 04 Jan 2012secure

Euro collapse more inflationary than printing money says Axa IM fixed income head

It is difficult to foresee sustainable borrowing costs for Italian, Spanish or other troubled debt unless the ECB is used as a lender of last resort, says Chris Iggo, CIO at Axa IM.

Hedge Funds Review | 30 Nov 2011secure

Rising volatility points to excess returns in commodities

Commodity price volatility is a concern for policymakers but it could benefit investors in the long-term, according to a study by Credit Suisse.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Aug 2011secure

Withdrawal from eurozone is a possible but extreme measure, says EU official

Market turmoil and sovereign debt crisis have encouraged speculation about a possible disintegration of the eurozone or the departure of one or more members – something institutionally complex.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Aug 2011secure

Hedge funds rely on consultants for advice on risky political environment

Hedge funds are using consultants and political advisors to monitor political events such as elections, civil unrest and regulation, particularly in the Middle East, North Africa and emerging markets....

Hedge Funds Review | 04 Jul 2011secure

Eurozone policymakers accused of ‘turning solvable problem into a crisis’

Policymakers have “not been constructive” in their approach to the Greek debt problem and are “turning a solvable problem into a crisis” according to Gavyn Davies, chairman of Fulcrum Asset Management.......

Hedge Funds Review | 21 Jun 2011secure

Hedge fund investors seek protection in macro uncertainty

Macro factors are driving hedge fund investors to reassess their positioning as central bankers signal an end to ultra-stimulative monetary policy in developed markets.

Hedge Funds Review | 01 Jun 2011secure

Audio: Saxo Bank consultant questions ability of eurozone to survive present crisis

Nick Beecroft, senior markets consultant at Saxo Bank in London, looks at the key developments in the unfolding sovereign debt crisis and the political will of the European Union's architects.

Hedge Funds Review | 27 May 2011 | screening image

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