| New - Hedge Funds Review October 2011 edition | Top Story Innovation at heart of funds of hedge funds survival techniques Funds of hedge funds are finding innovative ways to produce alpha and justify their fess. Some are turning to bespoke solutions, unconventional hedge fund strategies or different structures. Categories: Fund of Hedge Funds Topics: Fund of hedge funds (fohf), Permal, Axa, Frm, Goldman sachs asset management (gsam), Investcorp, Tail risk, Liquidity, Portfolio construction, Secondary trading, Managed account, Fund of managed accounts, Niche, Portfolio, Alpha, Beta, Fees, Hedge fund research, Risk, Distressed, Illiquid, Illiquid assets, Global tactical asset allocation (gtaa) | | | Exponential growth: Managed account platforms | Managed Account Platforms Special Report 2011 Managed account platforms are entering a new stage of development. The focus has moved away from liquidity and onto value-added and a sound operational and risk management support structure. | | Hedge Funds Review Editor's choice | Domestic bets drive Brazil hedge fund profits Brazilian hedge funds have outperformed by staying market neutral and focusing on domestic stories. The central bank is betting lower interest rates and slower growth will dampen inflationary pressure. | | Leader | Time for hedge funds to engage in politics Anti-capitalist protests and increasing regulation of financial services should spur hedge fund managers to think about effective political engagement and changing the mind-set of politicians. | | |