The global hedge fund industry has reached an all-time high of $4.98 trillion in assets under management (AUM), marking the eighth consecutive quarter of growth, according to a new report from Hedge Fund Research (HFR). The surge was fueled by nearly $34 billion in fresh inflows during Q3 — the largest quarterly inflow since 2007....
FalconX Expands ETF Ambitions with Acquisition of 21Shares
Crypto trading powerhouse FalconX announced plans to acquire 21Shares, one of the world’s leading crypto investment managers with over $11 billion in AUM, as it strengthens its position in the fast-growing crypto ETF market. The deal follows the U.S. SEC’s recent decision to clear multiple new spot crypto ETFs — including those tied to Solana...
T. Rowe Price Enters the Crypto ETF Arena
Asset management giant T. Rowe Price has filed with the U.S. SEC to launch its first actively managed crypto ETF, marking a major milestone for the $1.77 trillion firm as it expands beyond traditional equities and bonds. The proposed ETF would invest in 5–15 digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu, aiming...
Norway’s $2T Wealth Fund Upholds Net-Zero Push Amid U.S. Climate Rollback
The world’s largest sovereign wealth fund — Norway’s $2 trillion fund — reaffirmed its commitment to drive all 8,500 portfolio companies toward net-zero emissions by 2050, even as the U.S. retreats from climate commitments under new policy reversals. 🔹 Tougher Oversight, Clearer ConsequencesThe updated climate plan raises scrutiny of corporate climate lobbying and allows the...
Jana Partners & NFL Star Travis Kelce Team Up to Revive Six Flags
Activist investor Jana Partners has revealed a 9% stake in Six Flags Entertainment (FUN.N) and is joining forces with NFL star Travis Kelce to push for a major turnaround in marketing, brand engagement, and customer experience across the iconic theme park chain. 💼 The Activist Push At the 13D Monitor Active Passive-Investment Summit in New...
UniCredit CEO Faces Renewed Board Scrutiny Over M&A Strategy
Andrea Orcel, CEO of UniCredit (CRDI.MI), is under renewed pressure from the bank’s board as tensions rise over the scope and transparency of his dealmaking strategy, Reuters reports. 🔹 Board Oversight IntensifiesSources say directors have demanded more frequent updates on M&A moves following stalled ambitions involving Banco BPM and Commerzbank.Some board members floated reinstating a...
