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Understanding the Difference Between Hedge Funds and Private Equity

MergersCorp M&A International

The world of finance is often daunting, especially for those unfamiliar with the intricacies of investment vehicles like hedge funds and private equity. Private Equity : Private equity refers to investment funds that invest directly in private companies or buy out public companies to delist them from stock exchanges.

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Unpacking the 20 most impact financial regulations from the last 20 years

The TRADE

The implementation of Basel III did, however, face a range of challenges , particularly in relation to its potential impact on bank profitability and lending activities. UMR has resulted in higher cost of trading for OTC derivatives, given that counterparties are required to post initial margin to cover potential future exposures.