The Eurekahedge Hedge Fund Index experiences its strongest start in 12 years

Hedge funds witnessed US$20 billion in net positive asset flows, positive returns for all regions and strategies

The Eurekahedge Hedge Fund Index was up 2.06% in February as optimism about European debt and strengthening global economy fueled rallies in the underlying markets. The MSCI World Index gained 4.55% as high risk appetite continued for the second month running. All regions and strategies finished the month with positive returns while the asset-weighted Mizuho-Eurekahedge Index was also up 1.64% in February.

Key highlights for February 2012:

• The Eurekahedge Hedge Fund Index is up 4.30% for the first two months of the year, meaning the industry is enjoying its strongest start to a year in 12 years.
• Hedge funds saw US$20 billion in net positive asset flows during January and February 2012.
• Long/short equity funds have gained 6.2% year-to-date as of the end of February.
• The asset weighted Mizuho-Eurekahedge Asia ex-Japan Hedge Fund Index is up nearly 10% in 2012.
• Eastern Europe & Russia investing hedge funds are on a strong run in 2012, with returns up an impressive 12.57%.

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