Computer Error? Top Trend Following Hedge Funds Lose Out In 2017

(Reuters) Big computer-driven hedge funds such as AQR Capital Management, Aspect Capital and Two Sigma lost money in the first seven months of 2017, with human stock-pickers making better returns. The average hedge fund made 4.8 percent from the start of the year to July 31, Hedge Fund Research data shows, but a lack of market direction, June’s sharp reversal and low volatility has made trading more difficult for automated funds. “Trend-followers are looking for long, drawn-out, directional moves and look to ride that trend as long as possible,” Tom Wrobel, Director of Alternative Investments Consulting at Societe Generale, said.

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