The unexpected removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from office has catalysed a remarkable shift in market sentiment, particularly amongst prominent Wall Street investors. Over the weekend, US agents facilitated
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Michael Platt’s BlueCrest Capital Management has delivered substantial returns to its investors, posting a 73 percent gain during 2025. The Preston-born billionaire’s private investment firm capitalised on market turbulence triggered
Britain has ascended to the position of the second-largest holder of United States government debt, surpassing China, as hedge funds headquartered in London increase their exposure to US Treasuries. Over
A recently launched London-listed special purpose acquisition company has raised 500 million dollars in a bid to target a multibillion pound acquisition. Mayflower Acquisition, incorporated in the British Virgin Islands
Baillie Gifford has come under fresh pressure as the hedge fund Saba Capital, led by Boaz Weinstein, has scuppered its proposed merger of the US Growth Trust and the Edinburgh
Michael Burry, the renowned hedge fund manager who rose to fame during the global financial crisis after successfully betting against the United States housing market, is now wagering £1.1bn against
The Financial Conduct Authority is proposing sweeping changes to regulations for investors taking short positions against UK listed companies. Under the new rules, individual investors who hold net short positions
One of the world’s largest hedge funds has placed a significant £35 million short bet against Metlen Energy and Metals only two months after the Greek group debuted on the
Denmark’s attempt to recover £1.4 billion from convicted fraudster Sanjay Shah has failed at the High Court in London, marking one of the most high-value legal defeats in recent British
Shares in Kingfisher, the owner of B and Q, surged by nearly a fifth after the company increased its annual profit guidance amid rising demand for kitchens and bathrooms. This
Trade protectionism threatens to fragment the worldwide economy and heighten the risk of financial turmoil centred on the global bond market, according to a stark warning from the Bank for
A mounting rebellion against billionaire hedge fund manager Daniel Loeb’s latest deal is gaining momentum as a fifth major shareholder voices stern opposition to the proposed merger. Evelyn Partners, holding
A Hong Kong-based hedge fund has emerged as a significant force in the ongoing shake-up at British oil engineering firm Hunting PLC. Oasis Management, having accumulated more than 5 per
The Bank of England has issued a stark warning regarding the potential fragility of the UK economy, highlighting significant risks prompted by global events. According to the financial policy committee,
The hedge fund industry is facing increased pressure to adapt its fee structures, with close to half of all hedge funds now contemplating reductions in their charges. This shift comes
Hedge funds have capitalised significantly on the dramatic decline in Tesla’s share price over the past three months, with short-sellers reportedly reaping more than $16 billion in paper profits. The
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