Activist investor Toms Capital Investment Management has taken a significant stake in Devon Energy, positioning itself as one of the US shale producer’s top shareholders following the company’s recent large-scale merger activity, according to a report by the Financial Times.
Prediction market platforms such as Kalshi are positioning themselves to move beyond retail wagering on sports and politics, with ambitions to attract hedge funds, brokerages and other institutional investors seeking new ways to hedge risk, according to a report by
Man Group has warned that rapidly expanding debt issuance tied to artificial intelligence infrastructure could be creating conditions reminiscent of previous market bubbles, as companies race to finance AI-related growth, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Senior sovereign debt officials are increasingly recognising the growing role of hedge funds in government bond markets, with some arguing that their presence is enhancing liquidity and price discovery, even as concerns about systemic risk remain, according to a report
The dominant investment strategy behind the AI trade is undergoing a shift, according to a report by Business Insider citing Atreides Management chief investment officer Gavin Baker, as markets move beyond short-term supply constraints toward longer-term value creation
Bridgewater Associates’ transformation under chief executive Nir Bar Dea is delivering stronger investment performance and improved returns for clients, but some of the hedge fund’s equity holders appear less convinced by the firm’s evolving business model, according to a report
Hedge funds are stepping up bearish positions against some of Europe’s largest automotive groups, targeting both equity and debt as Chinese manufacturers gain market share and reshape the industry’s competitive landscape, according to a report by the Financial Times.
Citadel founder Ken Griffin and fellow billionaire Stephen Ross have donated funding for 1,200 tickets to FIFA World Cup matches in Miami, giving children from South Florida an opportunity to attend one of the world’s biggest sporting events, according to
Bill Ackman has indicated that he has recently initiated four new equity positions across his investment vehicles, including his latest listed fund Pershing Square USA, although the identities of the companies have yet to be disclosed, according to a report
Activist investor Palliser Capital has called on Taiwanese electronics manufacturer WUS Printed Circuit Co to take steps to unlock shareholder value, including considering a potential take-private transaction, according to a report by Bloomberg.
