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UK hedge fund Marshall Wace posted mixed returns for July, source says

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Posted on August 4, 2025

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LONDON (Reuters) -British hedge fund Marshall Wace returned mixed results in two of its funds in July, a source close to the matter told Reuters on Monday. Co-founded by British financier Paul

Marshall Wace Hedge Fund Reports Mixed Returns for July 2025

Marshall Wace Fund Performance Overview

LONDON (Reuters) -British hedge fund Marshall Wace returned mixed results in two of its funds in July, a source close to the matter told Reuters on Monday.

Eureka Fund Results

Co-founded by British financier Paul Marshall, the $76.9 billion firm returned 1.6% in July culminating in a 6.1% performance for 2025 so far in its Eureka Fund, the source said.

Market Neutral Tops Fund Performance

The hedge fund's Market Neutral Tops fund returned -0.22% for July and is up 10.99% year to date the source added.

Industry Comparison

Systematic stock trading hedge funds, like Marshall Wace, are up roughly 10% for 2025 so far, said Goldman Sachs on Monday.

(Reporting by Nell Mackenzie; Editing by Anousha Sakoui)

Key Takeaways

  • Marshall Wace reported mixed returns for July 2025.
  • Eureka Fund achieved a 1.6% return in July.
  • Market Neutral Tops fund saw a -0.22% return.
  • Systematic stock trading hedge funds are up 10% in 2025.
  • Paul Marshall co-founded the $76.9 billion firm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hedge fund?
A hedge fund is an investment fund that employs various strategies to earn active returns for its investors. They are typically open to a limited range of investors and often use leverage.
What is fund performance?
Fund performance refers to the returns generated by an investment fund over a specific period, typically expressed as a percentage. It helps investors assess the fund's effectiveness.
What is a market neutral fund?
A market neutral fund aims to eliminate some forms of market risk by taking offsetting long and short positions in different securities, seeking to profit from relative price movements.
What is systematic stock trading?
Systematic stock trading involves using algorithms and quantitative models to make trading decisions based on predefined criteria, aiming to exploit market inefficiencies.

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