HEDGING
Hedge fund’s secret Adani short revealed in blow-by-blow account
A short-seller's report targeting Adani Group led to a $153 bn market value drop. The investigation involved a hedge fund, regulator, and a big Indian bank. US regulators scrutinized hedge fund collaborations and short-selling's impact on market efficiency.
Hedge fund’s secret Adani short revealed in blow-by-blow account
The short-selling scandal involving Hindenburg Research, Adani Group, and Sebi triggered regulatory scrutiny and a US Justice Department probe. The scandal emphasized the importance of market efficiency amidst fraud allegations and regulatory actions.
BlackRock launches stock ETF with 100% downside hedge
So-called buffer or risk-managed ETFs help maximize returns from an asset for investors and simultaneously provide downside protection over a specific period. Buffer ETFs also typically see lower redemption requests during times of heavy market volatility.
Traders like a 'volatile & unpredictable' Trump
With he and President Joe Biden running neck-and-neck ahead of their first debate Thursday night, investors have already been trying to game out how the Republican's return to the White House could affect everything from the electric-vehicle industry to the direction of long-term interest rates.
Hedge funds rebuild oil position after OPEC⁺ round trip: Kemp
Navigating through diverse commodities, my investment strategy adapted to changing market conditions. From crude oil to natural gas, I observed shifts in positions and prices, reflecting resilience and caution. The market's response to OPEC+ reassurance and high inventories showcased a dynamic landscape, with investors strategizing for potential opportunities and challenges ahead.
How hedge funds are affecting Bitcoin prices
Bitcoin ETFs and hedge funds are driving significant inflows, sparking debates among investors. The surge in investment is influenced by hedge fund strategies, impacting Bitcoin's price dynamics.
GameStop slumps around 30% as 'Roaring Kitty' kicks off livestream
Shares of GameStop, which also reported its quarterly results four days ahead of schedule on Friday, shot up nearly 50% the day before after Gill, the key figure behind an eye-popping rally in the struggling company's stock in 2021, posted on YouTube about the upcoming livestream.
Leading Indian hedge fund Avendus Capital sees banking as a top bet
Avendus Capital CEO Holland uncertain about pre-budget rally, mentions potential capital gains tax change ahead of India's full budget presentation in July
Bill Ackman's Pershing Square sells 10% stake to raise $1.05 billion
Billionaire Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management has raised $1.05 billion by selling 10% stake in the hedge fund to a consortium of institutional investors and family offices, it said on Monday.
Election Strategy: How Nifty, Nifty Bank traders can hedge portfolios
The major trend of the market remains intact-to-positive till it holds the formation of higher lows on a monthly scale. After hitting a new peak at 23,110 on Monday, the index consistently fell and ended in red each day throughout the week, hitting a low below the 22,500 mark on Thursday.
Hedging costs for Indian stocks advance by most in four years
The cost of hedging Indian stocks has surged ahead of the general election’s outcome next week. The NSE India Volatility Index rose 88% in May, the most since March 2020, reaching a two-year high of 24.17% on Thursday.
Power stocks: Stay with the re-rated ones in Modi 2.0 for next round in 3.0, just hedge a bit, 5 stocks with upside potential of upto 23%
In the last ten years there have been many sectors which have come out of their troubled past, but the power sector probably stands out for multiple reasons. First, moving out of trouble not only meant that power companies were able to stand on their own feet, but also a big amount of NPA which the banks were saddled with was due to power companies being in the red. So, the health of the power sector, especially the private companies, has seen an improvement. Because there are a large number of PSUs in the power sector, due to policy push and changes in the policy a number of them have seen better performance. Now because any sector where the government and its policies have played an important role in terms of revival, the continuation of the policy framework becomes critical for the sector. So in such a sector, shareholders should hedge before the election results so that their decisions are not impacted by the narrative that FPI are selling due to polls.
Learn with ETMarkets: How central banks worldwide are impacting bull run in gold
Central banks' pivotal role in driving the ongoing bull run in gold prices is dissected, highlighting the connection between central bank actions and the surge in gold prices. With mounting concerns over rising inflationary pressures, central banks view gold as a reliable hedge against currency depreciation and inflation.
India hits $5 trillion market: 4 reasons why foreign investors are now eyeing India, Arun Chulani decodes
India's $5 trillion market attracts global investors. Arun Chulani of First Water Capital discusses the country's economic growth, market performance, and potential for foreign investment, positioning India as a key player in global portfolios.
Infrastructure stocks: Stay bullish, hedge to participate in next round of re-rating: 6 infra stock with an upside potential of up to 39%
Among the sectors which have seen a strong re-rating in the last five years, probably infrastructure is amongst the top ones. Like many other sectors here also the re-rating has been largely due to policy push and government spending. If one looks at the performance of the companies in the last five years, there has been clearly strong growth across the board. So, policy continuity becomes critical for this sector and the stocks. The
GameStop, AMC slide further as meme stocks rally tapers off
Retail darlings GameStop and AMC continued their slide for a second straight session on Thursday, as the euphoria over the return of "Roaring Kitty", who was the central figure in 2021 meme stock rally, fizzles out.
Foreign equity investors turn to hedging on India election jitters
Foreign investors are loading up on options to hedge their equity portfolios against a slide in benchmark indexes as they worry that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party may not achieve the landslide victory predicted by opinion polls just weeks ago.
Foreign equity investors turn to hedging on India election jitters
The last major poll had estimated that the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) party would win 342 seats, comfortably above the 272 majority required to return to power.
GameStop Shares Surge After 'Roaring Kitty' Reemerges
Amid the market mayhem, hedge funds that bet against meme stocks blew up and trading apps struggled to keep up. The chaos inspired the 2023 film "Dumb Money," directed by Craig Gillespie.
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