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Resilience: Hedge Funds Outperforming Markets in 2025
(HedgeCo.Net). Global hedge funds — including many U.S.-based firms — are tracking toward a ~15% return for 2025 through the end of November, according to a recent report. Reuters+1 In November alone, many long-short and systematic strategies posted gains despite a sharp tech-stock […]
Big Funds Slash Stakes in “Magnificent Seven” Tech Names
(HedgeCo.Net). According to recent regulatory filings, many of Wall Street’s largest hedge funds cut back on their exposure to mega-cap technology names — including Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet, and Meta Platforms — in the third quarter of 2025. Reuters+1 Instead, these funds […]
Hedge Funds Push Leverage to Near-Record Levels
(HedgeCo.Net) Hedge funds across the United States are deploying near-record amounts of leverage in their equity trades and debt-backed strategies, according to prime brokerage reports. Reuters+1 The move reflects optimism that markets buoyed by a surge in artificial intelligence (AI)-related growth could reward […]
Crypto Market Bounces: Bitcoin Holds Near $93K, Ethereum Surges Amid Fusaka Upgrade and Growing Optimism”
(HedgeCo.Net). Cryptocurrencies are enjoying a modest rebound today, with the total market capitalization up around 0.7%, and 75 of the top 100 coins registering gains in the past 24 hours. Cryptonews+2OpenExO+2 At the forefront of the rally: Bitcoin (BTC) — up about 0.4% […]
Blackstone Eyes a 2025 Exit Bonanza Amidst a Renewed M&A Frenzy
(HedgeCo.Net) Blackstone Group, the world’s largest alternative investment firm with over $1.2 trillion in assets under management as of September 2025, is gearing up for a monumental year of deal-making.According to recent reports and statements from firm executives, the investment […]
KKR Expands Global Infrastructure Platform as Digital Assets Boom
(HedgeCo.Net). KKR is doubling down on its reputation as a global leader in infrastructure investing, announcing major commitments to renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and cross-border logistics networks. The firm’s infrastructure arm, now managing over $70 billion, has seen a wave of new […]
Hedge Funds Crank Up Leverage Amid AI-Fueled Markets
(HedgeCo.Net). The hedge fund industry at large is embracing a surge in leverage, spurred by increased investor interest, AI-driven equity rallies, and a strong macroeconomic backdrop. According to recent data from prime brokers, gross leverage — the ratio of long […]
Ares Management Grows Private Credit Empire, Launches New Global Direct Lending Fund
(HedgeCo.Net) Ares Management is expanding its already-dominant position in global private credit, announcing the launch of a new direct-lending fund projected to exceed $25 billion—one of the largest vehicles of its kind. The initiative comes after a year of robust performance across […]
Citadel Unveils AI Assistant — but Says Humans Still Rule
(HedgeCo.Net). In a move underscoring the growing role of artificial intelligence in finance, Citadel has rolled out an internal AI tool dubbed the “Citadel AI Assistant” — aimed at boosting productivity and streamlining research for its equities teams. The announcement came at […]
Hedge Funds Crank Up Leverage to Ride the AI Rally
(HedgeCo.Net) The hedge-fund industry is leaning harder than ever into borrowed money — and the timing could not be more striking. According to recent data from major prime brokerages Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley, funds are now operating with gross […]
November Delivers Strong Results for Many—but Tech Funds Feel the Heat
(HedgeCo.Net). Despite a rough month for tech-heavy assets, hedge funds broadly managed to deliver solid gains in November — and maintain strong year-to-date performance. According to a recent note from Goldman Sachs, global hedge funds are up nearly 15% in 2025 as […]
Long/Short Equity Alts Adjust Exposure After Tech Rotation
(HedgeCo.Net). Long/short equity liquid alternatives took center stage today as managers rapidly repositioned following a volatile rotation inside the large-cap technology sector. After weeks of tech-driven strength, uneven performance across AI, cloud, semiconductor, and software stocks forced managers to reduce […]