An investment fund that offers professional fund managers the flexibility to employ diverse strategies aimed at achieving higher-than-average investment returns for their clients. Unlike traditional investment funds, hedge funds can use various tactics, including short selling, leverage, derivatives, and alternative investments, to seek profit opportunities in various market conditions. The term “hedge” implies an attempt to mitigate risk, but hedge funds may engage in both hedging and speculative activities. Due to their sophisticated strategies and potential for higher returns, hedge funds are often available to accredited investors and have less regulatory oversight compared to mutual funds.
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