Liquid Alternatives / Trends
Klimakipppunkte als Risikofaktor für Wirtschaft und Finanzsysteme
Dr. Heinz-Werner Rapp, Gründer und Leiter des FERI Cognitive Finance Institute, beleuchtet warum Klimakipppunkte zu einem unterschätzten Risikofaktor für Wirtschaft und Finanzsysteme werden – und welche Konsequenzen das für Risikomodelle und das Risikomanagement hat. Auf der Seite von FERI. 08.03.2026
Ackman files for dual IPO of Pershing Square and new investment vehicle
Bill Ackman has filed for two US IPOs covering both his hedge fund Pershing Square Capital Management and a newly created investment vehicle, in a move that would place the firm among a small group of publicly listed alternative asset managers, according to a report by Reuters. 11.03.2026
Ranked: The Top Buyers of U.S. Oil in 2025
The Netherlands imported 419 million barrels, making it the world’s largest buyer of American crude, ahead of much larger economies like China, India, and Japan. Mexico fell to second place, importing 398 million barrels. China’s imports of U.S. oil declined 34% in 2025, while India’s rose 35%, highlighting diverging demand trends between the world’s two […]
Hedge funds navigate whipsaw markets as Iran war headlines spark rally
Global markets staged a sharp turnaround on Monday as hopes grew that the conflict between the US and Iran may soon de-escalate, triggering a rebound in equities and bonds after days of heavy volatility that has challenged hedge fund trading strategies, according to a report by Bloomberg. 10.03.2026
Momentum trades unwind amid global market turmoil
Momentum strategies, long favoured by hedge funds chasing winners and selling laggards, saw one of the steepest reversals in years last week as markets reacted to the US-Iran conflict, disappointing February jobs data, and AI-driven tech disruption, according to a report by Bloomberg. 10.03.2026
Energy: The Countries Producing the Most Geothermal Power
The U.S. produces the most geothermal power globally, with 3,734 MW of installed capacity. Indonesia and the Philippines rank second and third, highlighting Asia’s strong geothermal resources. Most leading geothermal producers sit along volcanic and tectonic zones, especially around the Pacific Ring of Fire. To a report by visualcapitalist. 08.03.2026
Healthcare: U.S. States With the Highest Diabetes Rates
West Virginia has the highest diabetes prevalence in the U.S., with 15% of adults diagnosed. Vermont reports the lowest rate at 7.7%, nearly half the level of the highest states. Many Southern states report rates well above the national average of 10.3%. To a report by visualcapitalist. 08.03.2026
Hedge funds up short bets on US equities amid market volatility
Hedge funds increased bearish positions on US equities last week as escalating geopolitical tensions and market volatility weighed on investor sentiment, according to a report by Bloomberg citing data from Goldman Sachs. 09.03.2026
Macro hedge funds drive February gains as geopolitical risks rise
Hedge funds extended their run of positive performance in February, with macro and equity hedge strategies leading gains as markets navigated rising geopolitical tensions, sector disruption from AI and mounting pressure in private credit, according to HFR. 09.03.2026
Ranked: The World’s Most Valuable Brands in 2026
Apple remains the world’s most valuable brand in 2026 at $608B, followed by Microsoft ($565B) and Google ($433B). Nvidia jumps four spots to become the #5 global brand, fueled by the AI boom. To a report by visualcapitalist. 06.03.2026
Alternative Views with Rhenman & Partners Teresa Isele
In Alternative Views, Hedgeweek® goes behind closed doors with those in the know to get the latest on hedge funds. In celebration of International Women’s Day, we speak to Teresa Isele, CEO of Rhenman & Partners, a healthcare focused Swedish investment fund. To a report by hedgeweek. 08.03.2026
Mapped: Where China Gets Its Oil
Over half of China’s imports of crude oil came from the Middle East in 2024. The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz thus poses a risk to China’s energy security. Sanctioned countries — Russia, Iran, and Venezuela — accounted for 33% of China’s crude import mix that year. To a report by visualcapitalist.06.03.2026
Hohe Abschreibung bei hessischem Versorgungswerk
Die Einrichtung investierte gemeinsam mit BVK in Immobilie in San Francisco. Voraussichtlich droht Totalverlust. Nach einem Report von portfolio-institutionell. 06.03.2026
Situational Awareness bets on power and crypto miners amid AGI race
Situational Awareness, the hedge fund founded by ex-OpenAI researcher Leopold Aschenbrenner, is betting on electricity generators and crypto-miners as part of a broader strategy to profit from the race toward artificial general intelligence (AGI), according to a report by Fortune. 06.03.2026
Mapped: The World’s Oil Chokepoints
The Strait of Malacca, between Malaysia and Indonesia, is the world’s busiest oil chokepoint, carrying about 29.1% of global maritime oil trade. About one-fifth of global oil consumption flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Roughly 84% of crude oil moving through the Strait of Hormuz is destined for Asian markets. To a report by visualcapitalist. […]
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