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Beyond the hunt: Hedgeweek®-AIMA Allocator Sentiment Report H1 2026

January 7, 2026 at 12:00 pm

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Six months ago, allocators were aggressively hunting for new hedge fund managers. Today, that appetite has shifted. Our comprehensive survey of over 100 global allocators reveals a rapidly evolving sentiment, with confidence in hedge funds surging to record levels, while deployment has become markedly more selective. The data paints a picture of sophisticated institutions moving from portfolio reconstruction to optimisation, but you'll need to read the full report to understand what it means for capital raising in the months ahead.