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Secondary trading

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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Valuation issues stress relationship between hedge fund managers and investors

The valuation of hedge fund assets has become an issue fraught with tension. Fund administrators say they are up to the task. Fund managers believe they alone have the knowledge needed.

Hedge Funds Review | 30 Jan 2012secure

Significant inflows into secondary hedge fund trading expected to swell market in 2012

Tullett Prebon estimates up to $3 billion is ready to be allocated to secondary hedge fund trading with a further $6-$10 billion of supply going into the hands of secondary buyers in 2012-13.

Hedge Funds Review | 10 Jan 2012secure

Investors turn to more esoteric and illiquid hedge funds

Secondary hedge fund market activity in November was strong compared with October. Buyers are looking at more esoteric and illiquid hedge funds, a trend expected to continue into 2012.

Hedge Funds Review | 06 Dec 2011secure

Eurozone banking woes could trigger financing opportunities for hedge funds in 2012

Little movement seen in secondary market trading for October despite improving equity market conditions. The eurozone crisis could increase hedge fund financing opportunities significantly in 2012.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Oct 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

Secondary market braces for wave of distressed hedge funds

In the wake of market volatility, the hedge fund secondary market has reported a 5% fall in September prices. This may trigger increased supply in the market as redemption requests hit funds.

Hedge Funds Review | 03 Oct 2011secure

Institutional investors keen to offload small illiquid positions onto secondary hedge fund market

More investors are looking to the secondary hedge fund market as a third-party valuation tool, as some question net asset values struck by managers for illiquid holdings in their portfolios.

Hedge Funds Review | 31 Aug 2011secure

Secondary hedge fund market average discount to NAV grew in July

Discount to net asset value continued to increase in July in the secondary market for hedge funds. As more buyers enter the market, better transparency in illiquid underlying assets is being offered.

Hedge Funds Review | 08 Aug 2011secure

Volatility falls as secondary hedge fund market matures

As the hedge fund secondary trading market matures, traders are seeing more liquidity and less volatility. This in turn is supporting narrower bid-offer spreads as more managers turn to the market.

Hedge Funds Review | 04 Jul 2011secure

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