Hedge fund assets reached record highs as investors shifted capital toward actively managed strategies during volatile market conditions.

AI-driven stock gains and geopolitical uncertainty boosted demand for macro and multi-strategy funds.

Institutional investors continue reallocating assets away from weaker private equity sectors.

Analysts expect alternative investments to remain popular throughout the second half of 2026.

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