Holiday Newsreel

Dec 27th, 2009 | Filed under: AAA Newsreels, Today's Post

news u can useHere are a few news items that have caught our eye over the past couple of weeks.  Enjoy with a glass of eggnog and a sprinkle of nutmeg…

Hedge Funds Rebound From Record Losses: “…The industry is rebounding from record losses in 2008, though they paled in comparison to those seen by stock markets. Much of last year’s decline has been reversed in 2009, though redemptions as the stock market was tumbling crimped some investors.”

Hedges are showing signs of growth: “…12 months after the scandal hit the headlines, data shows confidence is returning – albeit slowly.  For the first time since mid 2008 the number of hedge fund launches has exceeded the number of closures….”

Insurers Will Come Back to Hedge Funds in 2010: “…it comes as no surprise that insurers reduced their hedge fund allocations through 2009, but the move isn’t permanent, especially given the returns posted by the sector this year.”

Funds Of Funds Losing Investors Even As Industry Grows: “…The huge loss of assets has not exactly led to a mass die-off of funds of funds, however…” More…


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