Tag: Bill Ackman

Market Moves July 24, 2020

Ackman Bets Against Junk Bonds, Now Resurgent

Hedge fund honcho thinks dragged-out economic recovery will harm high-debt companies.

Market Moves June 1, 2020

Why Did Bill Ackman Unload His Berkshire Stake?

A self-proclaimed acolyte of Warren Buffett, the hedgie isn’t loudly applauding the Oracle of Omaha like before.

May 5, 2020

Too Much Leverage, Too Much Risk Are Weighing Down Hedge Funds

Designed to fly high during slumps, a bunch of them have disappointed, big time.

Coronavirus - COVID-19 April 9, 2020

Ackman Scored $2.6 Billion on Bond Bets as Markets Sank

After toying with cashing in all his assets, the investor placed a canny wager against corporate fixed-income.

Alternatives January 9, 2020

Ackman, Buying a Stake in Idol Buffett’s Firm, Finally Turns a 2019 Profit

Hedge fund chief has touted his recent Berkshire purchase as an element of his comeback, although that’s unlikely.

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