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Hedge funds fell behind global stock markets in January

Hedge funds posted an average return of 3.67% compared to S&P's 6% jump at the start of 2023

Despite falling behind stock markets, the hedge fund sector witnessed strong growth in technology, emerging markets, and crypto-focused funds
Despite falling behind stock markets, the hedge fund sector witnessed strong growth in technology, emerging markets, and crypto-focused funds Photo: Alex Kraus/Getty Images

Despite the strong performance of crypto, technology, and emerging markets-focused funds, the hedge fund industry struggled to match stock market returns in January.

Hedge funds returned 3.67% on average last month compared to the S&P 500’s 6.28% gain, data from alternative investment research firm BarclayHedge shows.

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