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Greece likely to remain in eurozone even if it defaults, say industry experts

Greece is likely to default on its debt but stay within the eurozone, according to an expert panel discussing the future of the monetary union. As markets face a new norm, a NDF market is emerging.

Hedge Funds Review | 11 Jan 2012secure

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Greek debt worst performer in Q4 2011; EU sovereigns take battering as crisis worsens

Greek, Slovenian and Egyptian sovereign credit default swaps (CDS) spreads widened the most in Q4 2011. Sweden and Slovakia had a bad fourth quarter as markets assessed impact of the eurozone crisis.

Hedge Funds Review | 10 Jan 2012secure

Franco-German fiscal deal prompts falls in eurozone CDS spreads

Risk perceptions in the eurozone fell as France and Germany agreed treaty plans that will sanction fiscally irresponsible member states. S&P puts AAA euro members on credit watch.

Hedge Funds Review | 06 Dec 2011secure

Paulson slams financial reform

US regulatory reform aimed at improving the financial services sector has failed, according to John Paulson, founder and CEO of New York-based hedge fund Paulson & Co.

Hedge Funds Review | 13 Apr 2011secure

Global macro hedge funds seek profit amid turmoil

The imbalances in the global economy have created a rich environment for macro traders. Many hedge fund portfolio managers running the strategy see opportunities, particularly in emerging markets.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Oct 2010secure

Fund managers move towards emerging markets as Europe's performance declines

Emerging markets continue to rebound strongly in 2010 whereas the outlook for Europe appears to be growing bleaker, according to expert fund managers speaking in London.

Hedge Funds Review | 25 May 2010secure

Ucits round up: active month for launches

It has been another active month for Ucits launches. Top of the list is the GAM Star Keynes Quantitative Strategies, a Ucits III global systematic quant fund, launched with Wadhwani Asset Management (WAM).......

Hedge Funds Review | 08 May 2010secure

Portuguese managers launch fund of Ucits fund

The asset management arm of Portuguese bank Grupo Banco Espírito Santo, Espírito Santo International Management, has announced the launch of a fund of Ucits III hedge funds.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 Apr 2010secure

Developed country debt default sends shivers through the system

What would be the repercussions of a developed country defaulting on its debt?

Hedge Funds Review | 01 Mar 2010secure

Paradigm shift

The financial world has undergone a paradigm shift. A bold statement that many would support and probably an equal number would question. Whatever the view, there has been a profound and possibly permanent......

Hedge Funds Review | 26 Feb 2010secure

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