| 05.10.2007 Opalesque Exclusive: Zacks returns 29% YTD from quantitative models, bottom-up fundamental approach in market neutral strategy |
| From Benedicte Gravrand, Geneva: Following a difficult summer for quantitative strategies, reflected in HFR’s index results where the HFRI Equity Market Neutral Index went down -1.19% in August and up +3.58% YTD, here is a market neutral hedge fund that is bucking the trend. The portfolio manager of the Chicago-based boutique Zacks Investment Management reveals some of the secrets of the |