Risky assets to provide better returns this year
Exposure to risky assets should contribute positively to investment returns this year, says Novare Investments
Managers to go solo, unfazed by difficult year
"If people have a unique strategy and can navigate these challenging markets they should be able to launch."
Africa seen as next investment haven
In terms of popularity with investors, Nigeria and Kenya top the list, followed by Zimbabwe
Managers must explain more, study shows
Clients need to understand managers' investment strategies and performance expectations to maintain investor confidence and attract new capital
Hedge fund exit requests at record low – GlobeOp
Withdrawals from funds down from 4.58% in December to 1.85% in January
Hedge funds to benefit from volatility in 2012
Skilful managers who use appropriate risk managed strategies will do well for their clients
Hedge funds may attract $80 billion in 2012
Endowments, foundations, private banks and public pensions most likely the sources of new capital
Some positive signs for growth in new year
Political revolution and natural disasters impacted negatively on some countries in 2011
2012 could be good year for hedge funds
Pension funds will increasingly allocate directly into hedge funds rather than going through funds of hedge funds, says Agecroft Partners