Contrary to expectations, the holiday season is turning out to be a busy time in the world of mergers and acquisitions. The past couple of weeks, which traditionally are quiet, have seen significant M&A activity from big names such as … Continue reading
In a recent conversation with a BHA analyst, the manager of a newly created fund of hedge funds in the U.S. shared some of the finer points of his investment philosophy. Not surprisingly, the manager mentioned that he is seeking … Continue reading
When hedge fund investors speak of Brazil, they tend to mention its name in conjunction with its three other BRIC partners: Russia, India, and China. However, Brazil has seen recent growth in its hedge fund industry that truly separates it … Continue reading
In the aftermath of the recent financial crisis, financial regulation has become a top priority for countries around the world. Governments in North America and Europe, in particular, have pushed for increased transparency and accountability from firms they believe had … Continue reading
In these turbulent economic times, the power in the alternative investment marketplace has begun to shift. In the “good old days,” many large funds had no need to market themselves; investors were chomping at the bit to allocate capital to … Continue reading
The growth in China over the past few years has created unprecedented opportunities for Chinese hedge fund managers. Investors the world over are itching for exposure to this explosive market, yet some are having more success than others. Distance along … Continue reading
The recent economic turmoil brought with it a host of difficulties for small and mid-market companies. Chief among these challenges was access to capital. Companies found it hard—and sometimes impossible—to secure bank loans for expansion or restructuring. Despite the improving … Continue reading