Hedge Funds
111 white papers and resources
Hedge funds are a managed group of investments. Generally they will undertake a mixture of trading activities and have a wide array of investment strategies and techniques. They will be active in both domestic and international markets. They are in pursuit of the highest return as well as their traditional aim being to reduce risk. Risk Library provides a range of hedge fund white papers on key issues organisation need to consider including positions, markets, expected returns, rate of investment, time-frames, diversity and techniques.
Risk Strategies for a World Gone Green
Today’s expanding green movement is causing global investment firms to rethink their approach to growth. But how do you strike the right balance between risk and return? Download the paper and find out more information about the key regulations and considerations for integrating climate and…
The last days of Libor - Are you ready for transition?
Financial and non-financial institutions must consider possible doomsday scenarios by year-end, when Libor ceases. Almost all new benchmark rates and tools are available to prepare for this landmark transition. This report explores the nuances of new conventions and the outstanding tasks for market…
RiskTech 100 2021 - Winners' Review - FIS
Technology giant FIS offers an extensive collection of market-leading risk management and compliance assets. Continued investment in advancing its solutions, services and technical infrastructure has resulted in strong and adaptable platforms across the financial services value chain. Read the…
Balance Sheet Management On Fast Forward
Fast-changing times need strategic forward-looking measures. In today’s uncertain economic environment, more variables than ever could influence the evolution of the balance sheet, so how should you steer your exposures from here? Download the white paper and start improving your insight today.
OUTSOURCED TRADING: Competitive Advantage for Growth
Here are the experiences of three fund managers who chose to outsource execution, how they perceive the service, and why they did it.
How AI Builds and Sustains A Competitive Advantage in Banking
This whitepaper helps to explain why, going forward, we’re confident that AI-driven banking solutions will not only continue to be deployed on an increasing scale, they’ll become steadily more powerful, versatile, and woven more tightly into the DNA of the core business. We believe AI will create…
Chartis RiskTech Quadrant Outsourced Trading Solutions, 2021: CF Global Trading
As the buy-side increasingly views the sell-side as ‘algo delivery systems,’ asset managers are increasingly demanding ‘higher-touch’ solutions that address their trading pain points head-on. The coronavirus pandemic and the expanding working from home (WFH) environment have led to growing demand…
The changing shape of buy-side derivatives strategy
This survey report explores the changing needs and priorities, and the evolving strategies of buy-side firms in managing derivatives portfolios, liquidity and collateral.
The future of private market asset investing in Asia‑Pacific
Research into the future of private market asset investing in Asia-Pacific was conducted by Asia Risk in partnership with IHS Markit. The findings shine a light on the reasons private asset allocations decreased across the majority of investors in the region in 2020, but are set to rebound in 2021.
The Art of Effective Market Risk Management During a Period of Transformation
This white paper takes a current view of market risk management, its growing complexity and how it can be transformative to institutions as the industry is widely recognising what are the right approaches to addressing evolving risks.