Hedge fund regulation: current trends in the industry
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to provide an analysis and report on the current regulatory environment for US hedge funds and explore the latest actions from governmental groups and the private sector.
Design/methodology/approach
A compilation of the most recent government communications, legislative proposals, industry newsletters and seminars, and other related sources.
Findings
US regulation surrounding hedge funds is in a state of flux. Substantially more pension money being invested in hedge funds has become a very important factor in the discussions. Hedge funds that are already registered are staying so in the vast majority of cases. The consensus is that more regulation is likely; however, what form that regulation will take is still unsettled at this point.
Originality/value
Based on first‐hand experience working with hedge funds, the authors have endeavored to present and outline the most up‐to‐date information on this hot‐button issue.
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Citation
Lukaj, M.S. and Healy, G.M. (2007), "Hedge fund regulation: current trends in the industry", Journal of Investment Compliance, Vol. 8 No. 1, pp. 4-12. https://doi.org/10.1108/15285810710739300
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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