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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 fees face more scrutiny

Tough 2011 adds to pressure on managers to lower fees

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