Advanced Topics in Hedge Funds: Compendium

This book is a compendium of select presentations and papers authored by . As part of a larger series, the book introduces the reader to the world of hedge fund investing and explains their characteristics. It shows how these actively managed investments may be included within portfolios, including within government and sovereign wealth funds. • Introduction to Hedge Funds Presentation • What are Hedge Funds? • Inside the Black Box • Asset Characteristics of Hedge Funds • Important Hedge Fund Strategies • Implementing a Hedge Fund Portfolio • Alpha Characteristics of Hedge Funds • Investor Liquidity in Hedge Funds • Integrating Hedge Fund Strategies in Sovereign Wealth Portfolios • Creating Directional Exposures Presentation