Studies also indicate that women tend to outperform men at hedge funds, and a new whitepaper offers some possible reasons why. However, those positions have not led women into research analysis and portfolio management positions, usually the highest-paying positions at hedge funds. In 2021, at least four hedge fund start-ups are on pace for at least $1 billion in capital. Female hedge fund managers outperform menPeltz cites several studies that indicate that female hedge fund managers often outperform their male counterparts. The firm also found that women-led hedge funds trade less overconfident and focus more on risk management.

Source: Forbes July 31, 2021 14:37 UTC