num_pages: 240
description: Hedge funds are typically thought of as highly risky investments. Not so. In fact, some hedge funds are among the most conservative investments you can make. While speculative, high-flying hedge funds make the headlines, others quietly go about the work of crafting unique investment strategies and hedging portfolios against market risk. This much-needed book shows why affluent investors who want to be financially secure through retirement should know about hedge funds. Its blend of facts, practical tips, and personal insights takes the mystery out of this often misunderstood investment vehicle and reveals the critical questions to ask before you invest. James P. Owen (Santa Barbara, CA) has more than 30 years of experience in the investment management industry and is Senior Vice President of Broadmark Asset Management. Previously he was President of JPO Inc. and a partner with NWQ Investment Management Company. He is co-founder of the Investment Management Consultant s Association (IMCA); author of the financial bestseller, The Prudent The Definitive Guide to Professional Investment Management; and was associate producer of the PBS television series,Beyond Wall The Art of Investing
language: English
title: The Prudent Investor's Guide to Hedge Funds : Profiting from Uncertainty and Volatility
titlecomplete: The Prudent Investor's Guide to Hedge Funds : Profiting from Uncertainty and Volatility
ratings_count: 3
publisher: Wiley