Lost Debate Is the World's Largest Hedge Fund a Fraud?
Dec 19, 2023
A revealing book about Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest hedge fund, and its potential downfall. Topics include hedge funds and private equity, why university endowments invest in hedge funds, Bridgewater's bets on the global economy, show trials and radical transparency, an intense work environment, succession issues and CEO removal cost, the battle of principles, and controversial incidents at Bridgewater.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Investment Sources and Reasons for Choosing Hedge Funds
02:01 • 2min
Bridgewater: Betting on the Global Economy
04:07 • 13min
Show Trials and Radical Transparency at Bridgewater
17:31 • 2min
Intense and Stressful Environment
19:30 • 13min
Succession Issues and the Cost of Removing the CEO
32:06 • 2min
Deputy's Actions and the Battle of Principles
34:16 • 2min
Hostile Workplace Environment and Controversial Incidents at Bridgewater
36:32 • 10min