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Hedge fund strategies need to cope with volatility and uncertainty in 2012 markets

Choosing a hedge fund strategy that will perform well in 2012 is difficult. With unprecedented ambiguity about what 2012 will bring, strategies need to cope with market volatility and uncertainty.

Hedge Funds Review | 10 Jan 2012secure

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RiverCrest Capital's second hedge fund offering provides access to European equities

RiverCrest Capital has launched its second hedge fund offering, the European Equity Alpha Fund. The fund is aiming for a return of 12%-15% (net of fees) with a target volatility of 5%-8%.

Hedge Funds Review | 06 Jan 2012secure

Brazilian hedge funds enter Ucits field

First Brazilian Ucits hedge fund launched on Morgan Stanley’s FundLogic Alternatives platform. The long/short equity market neutral strategy is based on an existing fund benchmarked to the Bovespa.

Hedge Funds Review | 14 Dec 2011secure

Hedge Funds Review reveals results of first service provider awards

Service providers play a key role in the smooth operation of hedge fund management companies. Increased regulation and investor concerns over counterparty risks make their role even more central.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011

Vote of confidence for providers in results from service provider rankings 2011

Service providers play a key role in the smooth operation of hedge fund management companies. Their role has become even more central as increased regulation and risk controls take centre stage.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011secure

Morgan Stanley sees opportunities for prime brokerage in move to exchange clearing of OTC derivatives

A solid balance sheet is only one quality hedge funds look for in a prime brokers. Morgan Stanley believes a wide range of services offered globally and a consultative relationship is needed.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Dec 2011secure

Eurozone instability to affect UK structured product pricing and payouts

A surge in implied and realised volatility in the eurozone will significantly impact the pricing of structured products in the UK market, say market participants.

Hedge Funds Review | 30 Nov 2011secure

Amundi Alternative Investments Managed Account Platform: Amundi Asset Management

Shortlist: Best managed account platform Shortlist: Best overall investment platform

Hedge Funds Review | 23 Nov 2011secure

Caliburn Greater China Fund: Caliburn Capital Partners

Shortlist: Best sub-$100 million fund of hedge funds

Hedge Funds Review | 23 Nov 2011secure

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney increases managed futures allocation

Managed futures have low correlation to markets and perform well in difficult times, says MSSB. Choppy markets and frequent trend reversals created a difficult environment for the strategy this year.

Hedge Funds Review | 21 Nov 2011secure

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