Women-Led Hedge Fund Startups Are on the Rise

The video discusses the underrepresentation of women in hedge funds, highlighting that only 80 out of thousands are led by women. It compares this with other industries where women have better representation. Despite the slow progress, there is a positive trend driven by the popularity of ESG products and a generational shift. Women and diverse fund managers have shown better performance than average hedge funds. The video also profiles successful women fund managers who are launching their own billion-dollar funds.

What does the Kresge Foundation track regarding hedge funds?

What percentage of hedge funds in the US are managed by women?

How does the representation of women in hedge funds compare to other professions like law and economics?

What trends are driving change in the hedge fund industry regarding diversity?

What evidence is there to suggest that women and diverse fund managers perform better than average hedge funds?