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GAM Readies Distressed Debt Fund Of Funds

GAM has become the latest hedge fund to try its hand at profiting from the global market turmoil. The hedge fund arm of Julius Baer is preparing a distressed debt fund of hedge funds, with a debut likely for the end of this year or early next year.

The firm said asset prices have reached “extreme levels,” creating a chance to profit handsomely from an economic rebound.

“We are completing a thorough review of a range of the best managers in the U.S. and Europe so as to create a diversified vehicle to benefit from this unique opportunity,” GAM CEO David Solo told investors in a letter.

It is unclear how much GAM hopes to raise for the new fund of funds.



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