Introduction
As investing in hedge fund products spreads to the mainstream, there has been a surge in both the number of players in the space as well as the regulatory demands placed on the industry. Hedge funds, prime brokers and fund administrators are all discovering that they need to adapt significantly in order to cope with this growing industry.
Scope of this report
- Discusses current business trends in the US and Europe
- Discusses implications and industry dynamics for hedge funds, prime brokers and fund administrators
Research and analysis highlights
By offering vastly differential offerings from traditional mutual funds, hedge funds are better able to achieve superior absolute results even in difficult, unpredictable market conditions.
With demand moving increasingly to institutional clients, hedge funds are coming under pressure not only in terms of increased regulatory scrutiny but also from weakened margins within the industry.
The emergence of the hedge fund industry has prompted increased competition amongst prime brokers and could spark yet more consolidation in the fund administration space.
Key reasons to read this report
- Learn about the current business trends in the hedge fund industry
- Understand the full trade flow and the roles of the key participants involved
- Gain an insight into the operational issues in the elusive world of hedge funds
As investing in hedge fund products spreads to the mainstream, there has been a surge in both the number of players in the space as well as the regulatory demands placed on the industry.