2018 Hedge Fund Winners and Losers

The video discusses the performance of major hedge funds in 2018, highlighting the success of DE Shaw, Brevan Howard, and Bridgewater. Bridgewater's Pure Alpha Fund notably outperformed the hedge fund index with a 14.6% gain. The video also explores the boom and bust cycles of hedge funds, leadership changes at Bridgewater, and the challenges and strategies for hedge funds in 2019.

Which hedge fund achieved a 14.6% gain in 2018, significantly outperforming the hedge fund index?

• Chris Got Global Macro

• Bridgewater

• Brevan Howard

• DE Shaw

What is the average return of Bridgewater's Pure Alpha fund since its inception?

• 10%

• 12%

• 16%

• 14%

Who are the current leaders of Bridgewater after Ray Dalio stepped back?

• David McCormick and Eileen Murray

• Chris Got and Ray Dalio

• Crispin Odey and DE Shaw

• Brevan Howard and Ray Dalio

In which month did Brevan Howard achieve most of its profits in the previous year?

• July

• May

• March

• January

What is the anticipated challenge for hedge funds in 2019 according to the video?

• Increased competition

• Difficulty in finding profitable strategies

• Regulatory changes

• Economic downturn