Trends Watch Blog

An insider’s look at the outlook for the growing cannabis industry, including its evolution over the next 24-48 months; the challenges of the issues surrounding federal law, and what makes investments attractive (or not).

An examination of some of the factors affecting alternatives, including low interest rates, fee scrutiny, and questions around a private equity bubble.

A discussion of the need for diversity in the alternatives market as well as the questions managers and investors are facing in the current environment.

A brief conversation with Sami Moughrabie of Atmos Ventures discussing the outlook for venture capital with an eye toward AI and other technologies; opportunities and reasons to be concerned.

Jonathan Garrick, Portfolio Manager, Neutron Asia Absolute Return Fund, Bric Neutron Asset Management, discusses the outlook for Asian alternative investments in light of current and future influences.

World markets and equities are becoming more highly correlated and the velocity in markets is ever increasing.

Private Equity and Hedge Funds can take advantage of current environment and remain strong.

A discussion of matters to consider when scaling a private equity business. Some topics included building and managing the investment team, fundraising dynamics and the role of technology.

This week, Elana talks with John Rende, Managing Partner & Founder, Copernicus Capital Management. They discuss his outlook on hedge fund performance and risk management.