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rte.ieai2 days ago
Bank of England to ease capital rules for lending and notes AI stock risks
The central bank will loosen post-2008 lending standards to spur growth. It simultaneously flagged heavy exposure to AI equities by hedge funds and other investors.
hedgeco.netfinance14 days ago
Citadel hedge funds post first-half gains through June
Citadel's hedge fund strategies recorded positive returns in the first half of 2026. The tactical trading fund rose 14.3 percent through June, while the equities fund gained 11.2 percent.
hedgeco.netfinance15 days ago
Large multistrategy hedge funds post gains through mid-2026
Several major multistrategy hedge funds recorded positive returns for the first half of 2026. Performance ranged from 6.9% to 16.9% across the funds listed.
hedgeco.netfinance19 days ago
Hedge Funds Reduce Crude Oil Net Positions to 179 Million Barrels
Money managers trimmed their combined net position across three main crude oil futures and options contracts to 179 million barrels on June 23. The cut follows a memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The position sits at th…
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upi.comfinance21 days ago
Institutions Add 253 Million Amazon Shares While Berkshire Hathaway Fully Exits Stake
Hedge funds including Appaloosa Management and Baupost Group increased Amazon positions in recent quarters. Berkshire Hathaway reduced its holding to zero by the end of 2025.
ibtimes.co.ukworld24 days ago
Hedge Funds Raise Short Positions on U.S. Crude to Highest Level in Five Months
@business reported that hedge funds raised bearish positions on U.S. crude to the highest level in nearly five months. The increase follows expectations of higher Middle East supply linked to easing U.S.-Iran tensions. Bearish bets also grew in diesel markets.
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middleeasteye.netfinance27 days ago
Hedge Funds Sell 95 Million Barrels of Brent Futures as U.S.-Iran Deal Aims to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Money managers cut the largest weekly position in more than a year after a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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thehindubusinessline.comfinance33 days ago
Hedge Funds Cut Brent Positions by 44 Million Barrels as Hormuz Traffic Rises
Money managers halved net length in ICE Brent futures and options during the week to June 9. The sales coincide with increased tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz at night.
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cnbc.comfinance41 days ago
Trend Funds Post Double-Digit Gains in 2026 on Commodity Trends, But Are Cutting Energy Exposure as Oil Momentum Slows
Computer-driven hedge funds using trend-following strategies have recorded gains above 12 percent this year, driven largely by long positions in crude oil, gasoline and diesel.
CoinDeskfinance44 days ago
Hedge Funds Rotate to Hyperliquid, Altcoins as Bitcoin and Ether Remain Range-Bound
FalconX says institutional traders are shifting to Hyperliquid products including HYPE and pre-IPO contracts. Bitcoin traded at $67,676.90 after falling 5.41%.
thedailyblog.co.nzworld53 days ago
Hedge Funds Position for Fewer New Zealand Rate Increases
Market pricing shows five quarter-point rate cuts expected from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Hedge funds are taking positions that anticipate fewer cuts than the swaps market currently reflects.
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investopedia.comai53 days ago
Markets Rise as Goldman Reports Hedge Fund AI Exposure
Bloomberg macro strategist Michael Ball said market sentiment remains resilient as investors respond to reported U.S.-Iran de-escalation. Goldman Sachs observed hedge funds maintaining heavy positions in artificial intelligence stocks.
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thehindu.comworld54 days ago
Ireland Emerges as Major Center for Patent Assertion Litigation
Irish companies have filed numerous patent lawsuits in U.S. courts against technology and automotive firms. Several firms backed by U.S. hedge funds now hold large patent portfolios acquired from companies including BlackBerry and Ericsson.
risk.netfinance54 days ago
Hedge Funds Increase Short Positions in Brent Crude
Money managers more than doubled bearish bets on Brent crude over seven weeks. The increase coincides with expectations that the Strait of Hormuz blockade may ease.
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medium.comai55 days ago
AI Tools Enter Forex Trading for Retail Investors in Kenya
Retail traders in Nairobi are gaining access to analytical tools previously used by large hedge funds. The shift is supported by improved mobile infrastructure and digital payment systems.
iiot-world.comfinance56 days ago
Hedge Funds Reduce Semiconductor Holdings After Recent Gains
Hedge funds sold semiconductor stocks more than any other U.S. sector over the past month. The sales occurred mainly through reductions in long positions rather than new short bets.
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CoinDeskfinance58 days ago
Asset Manager Executive Says Tether and USDC Reserves Resemble Hedge Funds
Christoph Hock of Union Investment stated that Tether and Circle stablecoins hold gold and bitcoin reserves that resemble speculative funds rather than cash equivalents. He cited past USDC price drops and warned of mark-to-market losses for institutional users.
insidermonkey.comtechnology59 days ago
Hedge Funds Increase Semiconductor Stock Holdings to Record Share
Global hedge funds now hold 19% of their assets in semiconductor and semiconductor equipment stocks. The allocation has more than doubled since the start of 2026.
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financialpost.comfinance59 days ago
Oil Traders Reduce Bullish Positions as Tankers Exit Strait of Hormuz
Hedge funds and other money managers cut their net long positions in petroleum futures and options by the equivalent of 44 million barrels during the week ending May 12. The reduction follows continued ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran and the passage of a small…
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en.globes.co.ilfinance70 days ago
U.S. Investors Bought $8.7 Billion of Equities Last Week, First Net Inflows in Three Weeks
ETFs drove a record $6.8 billion of the inflows, the highest weekly total since data began in 2017. Institutional investors led with $6.9 billion, their first weekly net purchase in four weeks, while hedge funds and retail investors also added to the buying.
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insidermonkey.comfinance71 days ago
Hedge Funds Post Strongest Monthly Gains Since 2020 on Tech Rally
A global hedge fund index rose 5 per cent in April, the largest increase since November 2020. Technology-focused funds gained 14 per cent as shares of Intel, Alphabet and AMD surged. The S&P 500 climbed 10.4 per cent and the Nasdaq Composite rose 15.3 per cent during the month.
insidermonkey.comtechnology73 days ago
Hedge Funds Reduce U.S. Tech Holdings by Most Since 2011
Hedge funds have posted their biggest two-week reduction in U.S. information technology exposure in the past 10 years, excluding the 2021 meme stock frenzy. The move was driven by long sales outpacing short covers at a 1.5 to 1 ratio. Nearly all subsectors saw cuts, with semicond…
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anonymous / Wikimedia (CC0)finance90 days ago
Citadel's Chief People Officer Departs Amid Hedge Fund Talent Competition
Citadel's chief people officer has left the firm after joining in 2022 from Goldman Sachs. A spokesperson for Citadel stated appreciation for the individual's contributions and emphasized the firm's focus on attracting and developing talent. The departure occurs as hedge funds co…
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Hedge Funds Reduce Short Positions in US Macro Products to Lowest Since Early March
Hedge funds have decreased their short positions in US macro products, including index futures and ETFs, by 1.0 percentage point over the last two days. The positions now stand at 11.2%, the lowest level since the beginning of March. This reduction coincides with a decline in sho…
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Hedge Funds Reduce Investment Professionals in Miami Despite Overall Staff Increases
Miami has been promoted as a potential financial hub since the early pandemic period, with attractions including warm weather and low taxes. However, the number of investment professionals from major hedge funds in the city declined last year. This occurred even as these firms ex…
raskmedia.com.aufinance98 days ago
US Consolidated Equity Positioning Reaches Lowest Level Since May 2025
The US consolidated equity positioning has declined to its lowest point since May 2025, according to data from @KobeissiLetter. This level mirrors the early stages of the 2022 bear market. The positioning reflects holdings by professional investors including fund managers and hed…
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Dispersion Trade Records Worst Month in Over a Decade Amid Iran Conflict
The dispersion trade, used by hedge funds and institutions, experienced its worst monthly performance in more than 10 years. This occurred as the Iran conflict led to increased correlation in stock movements. The event highlights shifts in market dynamics driven by geopolitical t…
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ibtimes.comfinance100 days ago
Global Gold Funds Record Inflows Amid Iran Conflict Recovery Signals
World gold-backed exchange-traded funds saw 9 tonnes of inflows in the week ending April 3, marking the highest since late February. This follows four weeks of outflows totaling 88 tonnes. Hedge funds are adjusting strategies in response to the ongoing Iran war shocks.
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Trump Agrees to Two-Week Ceasefire in Iran Conflict as Gold Funds Show Recovery
U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to a two-week ceasefire in the ongoing Iran war, following Iran's proposal of a 10-point peace plan. Global gold-backed ETFs recorded their highest inflows since late February, with 9 tonnes added in the week ending April 3. Hedge funds are…
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U.S. National Security Council / Wikimedia (Public domain)finance101 days ago
Hedge Funds Report Losses in March Amid US-Israel-Iran Conflict Market Volatility
Several prominent hedge fund managers experienced significant losses in March due to market disruptions from the US and Israeli military actions against Iran. The conflict contributed to broader market instability. This report details the affected funds and the context of the eve…
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