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Donald Trump chooses hedge fund executive Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary

The founder of Key Square Group was deemed a strong favorite to lead the Treasury Department, along with several other contenders.

Business - CNBC - 16 hours ago

How Thames Water became a battleground for hedge funds

Rival groups of bondholders are vying to extend loans to the troubled UK utility

Business - Financial Times - November 10

The undercover hedge funds financing activist short sellers

When Wall Street’s self-styled financial detectives allege malfeasance, these silent partners stand to reap the benefits

Business - Financial Times - November 15

This Hedge Fund CEO Extols the Virtues of Challenging Conversations in the Workplace

Robyn Grew, the first woman and openly gay CEO of Man Group, says its diversity is an advantage.

Business - Inc. - October 28

Labour hedge fund donor’s profits drop 76% after restructure

Quadrature made largest single donation to party after UK election called in May

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Hedge funds have already started bailing out of ‘Trump trades’

Hedge funds switched to become net sellers of financial and industrial stocks having previously piled into the two sectors in the immediate wake of the U.S. elections, new analysis by Morgan ...

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Hedge funds are piling into the nuclear sector, Goldman Sachs’ analysis shows

Hedge funds are picking up stocks in nuclear power producers in seeking to capitalize on the artificial intelligence boom, new analysis from Goldman Sachs shows

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Leveraged hedge funds magnified August market sell-off, Fed says

US central bank report pins blame for trading volatility partly on investors that had taken on too much debt

World - Financial Times - 19 hours ago

Trump picks hedge-fund investor Scott Bessent for treasury secretary

Job is one of most powerful in Washington with huge influence over US economy and financial markets. Trump’s administration and White House staffing picks and likely contenders – so far ...

World - The Guardian - 15 hours ago

Trump picks hedge fund manager Scott Bessent to serve as treasury secretary

President-elect Donald Trump on Friday announced he had asked Scott Bessent, a hedge fund executive and top fundraiser to his campaign, to serve as secretary of the Treasury Department.

Trump picks hedge fund exec Scott Bessent as treasury secretary

President-elect Trump announced a barrage of new picks for key roles in his administration, including hedge fund manager Scott Bessent to be his treasury secretary. NBC’s Aaron Gilchrist reports ...

Politics - NBC News - 2 hours ago

Hong Kong cracks down on how banks and hedge funds discuss block trades

Regulator brings in new measures after launching criminal insider dealing case against Segantii Capital Management

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Trump victory hands hedge funds $1.2bn win from bet against renewables

Clean energy shares have tumbled on fears Republican president-elect will scrap subsidies and tax breaks

World - Financial Times - November 8

Hedge funds performed better under Democratic presidents than Republican ones, history shows

Hedge funds actually generate more alpha when the White House is occupied by a Democrat president than a Republican one, according to HFR.

Business - CNBC - November 12

Tesla is new pick for Daniel Loeb’s Third Point, as hedge fund ditches Uber

Out with Uber, in with Tesla for Daniel Loeb’s Third Point.

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

What investors need to consider when choosing a dividend-paying fund

When choosing between dividend-paying strategies, it's important to consider a fund's expenses and whether it fits your goals, experts say.

Business - CNBC - November 12

America’s Allies Are Hedging, and It Has Very Little to Do With Trump

The United States can no longer depend on the loyalty of its friends.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 11

Public Investment Fund’s desert mirage

Plus, why Topgolf is parting with its owner and HSBC‘s boss says it isn’t splitting up

World - Financial Times - October 30

Will Tennis Choose to Reckon With Human Rights in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia and tennis are becoming increasingly intertwined, but there is growing pushback from human rights experts.

Sports - The New York Times - November 11

Trump Chooses Lee Zeldin to Run E.P.A. as He Plans to Gut Climate Rules

The former congressman from New York is a strong supporter of Donald Trump and voted against certifying the 2020 election.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

Senate Republicans choose John Thune as their new leader

Senate Republicans chose John Thune of South Dakota, a longtime Mitch McConnell deputy, as their new leader over Donald Trump ally Rick Scott and another longtime leader, John Cornyn.

You’re hired! Trump chooses his top team

…and meets Biden in the White House

How to Choose the Right Travel Credit Card

Fees, sign-up bonuses and whether the card is aligned with a particular hotel brand or airline are all factors in the decision.

Business - The New York Times - November 15

Bronwyn Newport’s Style Stands Out on ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’

The addition of Bronwyn Newport to the cast of “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” has added a maximalist approach to a series known for its understated aesthetic.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - 6 days ago

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