Hedge Funds

<em>Hedge Funds: Structure Strategies and Performance</em> provides a synthesis of the theoretical and empirical literature on this intriguing complex and frequently misunderstood topic. <p/>The book dispels some common misconceptions of hedge funds showing that they are not a monolithic asset class but pursue highly diverse strategies. Furthermore not all hedge funds are unusually risky excessively leveraged invest only in illiquid asses attempt to profit from short-term market movements or only benefit hedge fund managers due to their high fees. Among the core issues addressed are how hedge funds are structured and how they work hedge fund strategies leading issues in this investment and the latest trends and developments. <p/>The authors examine hedge funds from a range of perspectives and from the theoretical to the practical. The book explores the background organization and economics of hedge funds as well as their structure. A key part is the diverse investment strategies hedge funds follow for example some are activists others focusing on relative value and all have views on managing risk. The book examines various ways to evaluate hedge fund performance and enhances understanding of their regulatory environment. The extensive and engaging examination of these issues help the reader understands the important issues and trends facing hedge funds as well as their future prospects.<br>