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June 18, 2026

Hedge Funds

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Hedge funds delivered positive returns in May, led by equity hedge and event-driven strategies amid a recovery in risk assets. Despite mixed performance in macro strategies, the asset class remains a key tool for building resilience against macro and geopolitical headwinds.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Hedge funds delivered positive returns in May with lower market exposure, helping to build more resilient portfolios despite macro and geopolitical uncertainty.
  • 2.Strategy performance was bifurcated: Equity hedge and event-driven strategies outperformed, while macro strategies saw mixed results with discretionary managers gaining and systematic CTAs struggling.

Table of Contents

  • Hedge funds
  • Hedge funds in the current macroeconomic environment
  • Non-Traditional Assets
  • Appendix

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Authors

Karim CherifTony Petrov

Themes

AI-led Market LeadershipGeopolitical SensitivityFactor Crowding

Regions

EuropeMiddle EastUnited StatesJapanSouth Korea