Hedge Fund Gross Leverage

Hedge Fund Gross Leverage While the trend shows a reduction in equity exposure from hedge funds ahead of the U.S. election, the outlook post-election appears optimistic, with expectations of a market rebound as investor sentiment improves. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Hedge Funds’ Cyclical vs. Defensive Positioning

Hedge Funds’ Cyclical vs. Defensive Positioning During economic expansion, investors favor cyclicals over defensives. The current low hedge fund exposure to cyclical vs. defensive sectors may present a potential opportunity for contrarian investors. Image: BofA Global Research