News Digest:

A recent survey by Beacon Platform Inc. reveals that hedge funds are scaling back trading activities as stricter risk parameters take hold across the industry. The study, which gathered insights from 100 senior hedge fund executives in the US, UK, Europe, and Asia, highlights a shift toward increased caution due to both rising risks and limited market visibility.

According to the survey, 93% of hedge funds report tighter trading restrictions, with credit trading emerging as the most affected area. Many firms cited heightened risks and insufficient market understanding as reasons for reducing exposure in this space. This retrenchment comes amid broader concerns, with 84% of respondents expecting risk controls to tighten further over the next three years. A notable 9% anticipate a dramatic rise in trading limitations during this period.

Institutional investors are becoming increasingly concerned about hedge funds’ risk management practices. The survey found that 93% of investors believe that concerns over risk management will escalate in the coming years, further challenging hedge funds in their efforts to raise capital.

The survey underscores a fundamental shift toward conservatism within the hedge fund sector. As firms tighten risk controls and curtail credit trading, the next few years may see hedge funds adopting a more selective and risk-averse approach. Although these measures could enhance long-term stability, they also limit opportunities for aggressive returns.

The industry will likely continue investing in technology and data integration to improve risk management, but with investor scrutiny increasing, hedge funds must strike a delicate balance between risk mitigation and profitability. This growing caution could reshape the trading landscape, especially in volatile markets, and drive hedge funds to reassess strategies for maintaining competitive returns.

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Source: https://www.hedgeweek.com/tougher-risk-parameters-curb-hedge-fund-trading-activity-says-beacon-platform/