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This backdrop is challenging traditional portfolio construction. Government bonds, long relied on for diversification, have at times failed to offset equity losses amid rising inflation and fiscal pressures. As a result, hedge funds are taking on a more central role in portfolios. The report highlights rising investor demand, with nearly one-third planning to boost allocations, reflecting a search for alternative sources of return and downside protection. Dispersion driving stock selection opportunities A key theme across strategies is the growing divergence in performance between companies, sectors and regions. Rather than moving in tandem, markets are increasingly rewarding firm-specific fundamentals. BlackRock points…

A new fraud case has emerged in the cryptocurrency world that has attracted attention. According to information shared by blockchain researcher ZachXBT, a fake Ledger Live application on Apple’s App Store platform stole a total of $9.5 million from more than 50 users between April 7 and 13. According to the investigation, the attack spanned five different blockchains, including Bitcoin, EVM-based networks, Tron, Solana, and Ripple. The fake application, which obtained users’ wallet information, quickly emptied assets by redirecting them to different addresses. ZachXBT, tracing the stolen funds, stated that the assets were laundered through more than 150 KuCoin deposit…

Cruise tourism in Southeast Asia generates US$10 billion in total economic output Southeast Asia’s cruise industry demonstrated strong economic value in 2024, generating US$10 billion (S$12.9 billion) in total output representing 5% of global cruise industry output. The region delivered US$2,564 (S$3,308) per passenger visit – 2.4 times the global average per passenger, despite only accounting for 2% of global cruise passengers (186 million). These findings are from the inaugural Economic Impact Assessment of Cruise Tourism for Southeast Asian Countries, produced by Tourism Economics for the Cruise Lines International Association (CUA), in partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). The…

Silver Edges Higher on Easing Inflation Fears Silver prices gained 0.52% on April 15, 2026, reaching ₹254 per gram and ₹254,390 per kilogram. The rise was driven by easing global pressures. Lower oil prices, with Brent crude around $95 a barrel and WTI near $91, helped cool inflation worries. Renewed optimism around US-Iran diplomatic talks also fueled hopes for de-escalation. A weakening US dollar index (DXY) over the past month also supported precious metals by making them more attractive to international buyers. Spot silver traded around $79.87 an ounce, outpacing gold, which was mostly stable. Silver’s Value: Safe Haven and…

With 123 mutual funds backing it and the stock nearing a 90 per cent jump from listing, Groww is emerging as a standout market favourite ahead of its crucial Q4 results.✨ AI Powered Summary▼Billionbrains Garage Ventures Ltd (Groww) has witnessed strong institutional interest, with as many as 123 Mutual Funds investing in the stock as of March 31, 2026. The surge in fund participation comes amid a sharp rally in the company’s share price, which has climbed to an all-time high since its market debut. The stock, which was listed on November 12, 2025, at Rs 112, has nearly…

Indian equity markets have taken a battering in early 2026, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 posting steep single-session falls. Geopolitical shocks, soaring crude, and heavy FII outflows have rattled investor confidence. Yet beneath the panic, the data on mutual fund SIP flows tells a more nuanced story.Rising US-Iran tensions have sent crude oil past $105 per barrel, triggering risk-off selling across global markets. India faces the twin threat of imported inflation and a widening current account deficit. FIIs have been pulling out steadily, dragging benchmark indices lower with each wave of market volatility in India.Mutual funds are market-linked, so…

Author: Claude, Shenchao TechFlowShenchao Summary: Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, submitted a 69-page financial disclosure filing showing that he and his wife collectively hold at least $192 million in assets, including indirect investments in at least 20 crypto-related entities such as Solana, dYdX, Polychain Capital, Optimism, and Dapper Labs. If confirmed, he would become the first Fed Chair with venture capital exposure to cryptocurrency. His confirmation hearing is scheduled for April 21, but Republican Senator Tillis continues to threaten a vote against him due to the ongoing deadlock over the Powell investigation.Warsh’s cryptocurrency holdings list emerged alongside…

(HedgeCo.Net) — A closely watched industry barometer released today by SS&C Technologies’s GlobeOp division signals a potentially pivotal shift in hedge fund dynamics, as capital flows into the sector have turned positive in April despite a challenging performance backdrop in March. The data, widely regarded as a “pulse check” on institutional sentiment, suggests that allocators are beginning to reposition portfolios in anticipation of a more volatile macroeconomic environment—one increasingly defined by geopolitical tensions, energy shocks, and policy uncertainty. While hedge funds collectively posted a -1.79% gross return in March, the reversal in flows highlights a divergence between short-term performance and forward-looking capital…

A PLOT of land near Glastonbury – with permission for 24 new homes – is up for sale. The 2.87-acre site, accessed from Pear Tree Farm, is being marketed by CSquared Bath with an asking price of some £1.5 million. Last year, a planning appeal allowed plans for 24 homes on the site, including seven affordable homes. “Currently used for agriculture land accessed from Pear Tree Farm located to the south, planning consent has been secured for 24 new build dwellings,” the listing said. “The proposed development would be accessed from the adjoining approved residential scheme to the north and…

Students in the Department of Community Development and Applied Economics (CDAE) and the Agricultural and Life Sciences Education (ALE) program are putting their creativity on display through a new Sock Design Contest celebrating student talent and community spirit.The contest received 19 unique submissions, including one hand-drawn design, highlighting the creativity and personality of students across both programs. The designs reflect a wide range of artistic styles and ideas, all inspired by the spirit of the department and its students.Participation in the contest was open to CDAE and ALE majors and minors, giving students an opportunity to contribute their creativity to…