Everyone wants a piece of the latest hedge-fund gold rush — and insiders say next year the frenzy will accelerate

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• Separately managed accounts in the hedge fund industry boomed in 2025.
• Insiders say demand will only accelerate the trend in 2025.
• Emerging managers face challenges from talent competition and concerns over strategy replication.

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