... the fund categories. In all, regression results support the dynamic links between fund characteristics and future performance. Research limitations/implications The findings do not take into account the behaviour of fund managers and their ability to extend the investment opportunities set. It seems...

...Xun Li; Zhenyu Wu Purpose One of the agency conflicts between investors and managers in fund management is reflected by risk‐taking behaviors led by their different goals. The investors may stop their investments in risky assets before the end of the investment horizon to minimize risk, while...

... returns for the top 25 hedge funds. Findings The results show that hedge funds managers with more affiliation diversity have higher annualised rate of return. This result seems to suggest managers with more social networks and affiliation have access to market niche of wealthy investors to increase...

... measurement in the alternative universe. The findings of the survey, which brought together the opinions of 98 institutional investors and fund managers, allow a consensus to be established on the information required for the implementation of a relevant reporting method in the field of alternative investment...