IMA's new definitions for Managed sectors are met with cautious approval, although some fund groups say more clarification is needed
Eclectica's hedge fund star Hugh Hendry has been using put options on the so-called 'fear index' to play market volatility.
Around 42% of hedge fund managers see the potential for a default or restructure by Italy and Spain, according to a survey.
Investors have accumulated the largest-ever gold hoard this week as Europe's deteriorating debt crisis has prompted investors to flock to safe havens.
As the asset class recovers its ‘safe haven' status, Neil Gregson, co-manager of the JPM Natural Resources fund, examines what the future holds for gold.
The FSA has banned a hedge fund manager and fined him £14,000 for failing to spot attempts by an employee to hide huge losses caused by the collapse of Lehman Brothers.
Volatile market conditions have presented a unique opportunity to gain exposure to assets previously considered "toxic", according to David Coombs, head of multi-asset management investments at Rathbones.