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The Largest Hedge Fund Managers 2024

The Largest Hedge Fund Managers 2024

Ranked by discretionary assets managed in hedge funds worldwide, in millions, as of June 30 unless otherwise noted.

'America First' Sweeps Wall Street as Traders Bet on Domestic Growth

'America First' Sweeps Wall Street as Traders Bet on Domestic Growth

Donald Trump’s return to the White House is adding fresh ammo to a decade-long investment strategy that echoes his “Make America Great Again” mantra in a replay of the 2016 playbook.

Anacapa’s rapid-fire options strategy hits the target

Anacapa’s rapid-fire options strategy hits the target

The founder of Anacapa Advisors, Phil Pecsok, says his firm’s short volatility strategy is as straightforward as selling car insurance, albeit with a much higher turnover.

5 Stocks To Buy If You Already Own Apple

5 Stocks To Buy If You Already Own Apple

Classified as one of the FAANG stocks, encompassing Facebook (now Meta), Apple, Amazon, Nvidia and Google, Apple is also deemed one of the “Magnificent Seven” large cap tech stocks with big growth potential.

Los Angeles Money Managers Overseeing $4 Trln Grapple With Wildfire Impact on Operations, Staff

Los Angeles Money Managers Overseeing $4 Trln Grapple With Wildfire Impact on Operations, Staff

Los Angeles-based asset management firms overseeing more than $4 trillion in assets are grappling with the impact of the region's destructive wildfires on their operations, with some relocating office space and supporting staff members who have lost their homes.

Wildfires Spark Relocation and Resilience in LA Asset Management Firms

Wildfires Spark Relocation and Resilience in LA Asset Management Firms

Asset management firms in Los Angeles, including major players like TCW Group and Oaktree Capital, are contending with the effects of wildfires. These fires have displaced workers and destroyed properties, prompting firms to adopt remote work setups and implement business continuity plans to ensure operational stability.

Manager Spotlight: Phil Pecsok of Anacapa Advisors Started a Hedge Fund on a Bet with Charlie Munger

Manager Spotlight: Phil Pecsok of Anacapa Advisors Started a Hedge Fund on a Bet with Charlie Munger

Warren Buffett famously said that no active manager could beat the market, and his long-time partner Charlie Munger agreed. However, Phil Pecsok set out to prove both of
them wrong.

Zero-Day Options Boom Will Only Grow Even As Some Investors Fear Disaster

Zero-Day Options Boom Will Only Grow Even As Some Investors Fear Disaster

Two years after Wall Street’s love affair with fast-twitch stock options began, Bloomberg’s latest Markets Live Pulse survey suggests the unprecedented boom.

Why Breadth On NYSE Was Better Than Nasdaq's

Why Breadth On NYSE Was Better Than Nasdaq's

The stock market today fired another loud warning shot across the bow for growth investors.

Anacapa Launches Public Campaign

Anacapa Launches Public Campaign

Since Anacapa’s inception five years ago, the Alpha fund is up almost 139% compared to the S&P’s 67%, while Quantum has returned nearly 145% compared to Nasdaq’s 76%.

Anacapa makes waves on the West Coast

Anacapa makes waves on the West Coast

Phil Pecsok is not one to follow the crowd, and in fact he was hard-pressed a few years ago to launch his own strategy — which he ultimately decided upon after a bet with legendary investor Charlie Munger.

Anacapa Advisors Expands Leadership Team and Extends History of Outperformance

Anacapa Advisors Expands Leadership Team and Extends History of Outperformance

The California-based hedge fund adds key senior professionals along with new board members as the firm continues to grow.

Stock Traders Who Nailed Last Year’s Earnings Season See Few Signs of Market Trouble

Stock Traders Who Nailed Last Year’s Earnings Season See Few Signs of Market Trouble

Market buoyancy can be framed as endorsing healthy profits and
S&P 500 last year sniffed out troubles ahead before analysts.

Strong Labor Market Data Sparks Bond Selloff

Strong Labor Market Data Sparks Bond Selloff

A midweek bond rally fueled by worries over the economy and banking system was cut short on Friday when the labor market again proved surprisingly resilient.

US yields climb further as debt ceiling talks overshadow markets

US yields climb further as debt ceiling talks overshadow markets

U.S. Treasury yields rose on Wednesday amid some cautious optimism around lawmakers' talks to raise the U.S. debt ceiling and on the back of strengthening expectations of higher-for-longer interest rates.

Bank Stocks Lead Market Higher After Clearing Fed Tests

Bank Stocks Lead Market Higher After Clearing Fed Tests

Shares of banks, industrials and other companies sensitive to economic conditions propelled major stock indexes higher after fresh data indicated U.S. growth remains resilient.

Contrarian Investing Primer With Phil Pecsok, Anacapa Advisors

Contrarian Investing Primer With Phil Pecsok, Anacapa Advisors

Phil Pecsok, founder of Anacapa Advisors, joins the podcast to supply a primer on contrarian investing.

Anacapa adds to leadership team

Anacapa adds to leadership team

Anacapa Advisors, a Californian-based market directional hedge fund firm, has expanded its leadership team with two new senior hires.

The Largest Hedge Fund Managers 2023

The Largest Hedge Fund Managers 2023

Percentage of hedge funds assets managed for institutions among managers who reported institutional assets.

Improving the Investment Management Industry With Performance Fees

Improving the Investment Management Industry With Performance Fees

In August, the SEC voted to pass new regulations that target disclosure standards for private fund managers who collectively control $25 trillion in assets.

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"I have been an investor in Anacapa Alpha and Anacapa Quantum from inception and am thrilled with the returns and the risk management of the team.  

The risk adjusted returns are amazing and I especially appreciate the protection provided by the strategy in down markets.  I also think that the unique fee structure really aligns my interest with the team’s. I have had excellent communications from the team and when I have had to make small withdrawals, the process has been seamless."

Dominic Curcio
Co-Founder & President of Guggenheim Partners 

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