Stock-picking, multi-manager hedge funds attract more capital from investors in 2026, BofA says

Hedge funds are attracting more capital from investors in 2026, according to Bank of America. This marks a shift from a three-year trend of stagnation in the industry. The increased interest is largely driven by the impressive performance of hedge funds in the artificial intelligence sector. As a result, investors are gravitating towards these funds as their asset class of choice for 2026, which could have significant implications for markets and the economy.

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Hedge funds are attracting more capital from investors, which could lead to an increase in their assets under management. This could be a positive trend for the hedge fund industry.

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