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Shareholder activism grips disgruntled investors locked into non-performing hedge funds

Secondary trading of hedge funds so far in 2012 remains constant although supply will diminish. Disgruntled shareholders are becoming more vocal in pressing for swift closure of non-performing funds.

Hedge Funds Review | 03 Feb 2012secure

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Hedge fund compensation holds up despite performance drop

A rise in base pay compensated for a drop in bonuses last year. Hedge fund professionals are worried about pay in 2012. On average, cash compensation was $311,000 in 2011.

Hedge Funds Review | 11 Jan 2012secure

Despite testing market conditions and regulatory changes, hedge funds see opportunities in 2012

Wildly fluctuating markets will challenge a wide variety of strategies in 2012 while emerging markets should offer opportunities. Hedge funds could offer investors strong risk adjusted performance.

Hedge Funds Review | 09 Jan 2012secure

Hedge fund fees under the microscope by investors as performance slides

As hedge fund performance is on the slide, fees have a bigger impact on returns. Investor dissatisfaction has returned, which may open the door to further negotiation on the standard the 2/20 fees.

Hedge Funds Review | 05 Jan 2012secure

Audio: Economist forecasts toughening trade environment in 2012 for hedge funds

Hedge funds face questions about the reason for their existence as they struggle to generate positive returns. The economic environment, regulation and scarce capital also threaten the industry.

Hedge Funds Review | 15 Dec 2011 | screening image

Citco see opportunities for fund administrators with exchange clearing of OTC derivatives

Citco expects more money to flow into the hedge fund sector in 2012 but with it comes more demanding conditions imposed by institutional investors keen to have transparency and better risk controls.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011secure

Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Alternative Investment Management Services, Hedge Fund Strategies

Winner: Best advisory team

Hedge Funds Review | 23 Nov 2011secure

Innovation at heart of funds of hedge funds survival techniques

Funds of hedge funds are finding innovative ways to produce alpha and justify their fess. Some are turning to bespoke solutions, unconventional hedge fund strategies or different structures.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Oct 2011secure

Sponsored forum: Hedge funds see Ucits wrappers as way to new sources of capital

Hedge funds are continuing to look at Ucits products as attractive. However, there are pitfalls to putting any strategy into the framework and managers need to understand the rules and constraints

Hedge Funds Review | 30 Sep 2011

Study says funds of hedge funds see limited diversification benefits

Fund of hedge funds (FoHF) portfolios with over 25 underlying managers have weaker performance and increased tail risk according to research from New York University's Stern School of Business.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 Aug 2011secure

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