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Hedge funds market forecast: USD 15.02 billion by 2035, report says
Thursday, January 15, 2026

Matthias Knab, Opalesque for New Managers:

A new press release from Market Research Future (MRFR) says the "hedge funds market" is projected to grow from USD 6.451 billion in 2025 to USD 15.02 billion by 2035, implying an 8.82% CAGR over the 2025-2035 period. The release cites rising demand for alternative investments, diversification, and more sophisticated risk management as key drivers.

Key figures

  • Estimated market size: USD 5.928 billion (2024)
  • Projected market size: USD 6.451 billion (2025)
  • Forecast market size: USD 15.02 billion (2035)
  • Forecast CAGR: 8.82% (2025-2035)

What is driving the growth (according to the report):

  • Portfolio diversification demand: investors looking for return streams less correlated to equities and bonds.
  • More advanced trading and risk tools: greater use of quantitative models, AI, and algorithmic execution.
  • Wealth growth: expanding allocations from HNWIs and institutions.
  • Regulatory developments: reforms and relaxed rules in some jurisdictions supporting expansion.
  • Technology in fund management: analytics and (in parts) blockchain cited as improving efficiency and transparency.

Regional framing

  • North America: described as the leading mark......................

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