Allocators are calling for more Japan-based hedge funds focused on the rising opportunity set in the country.
Continued strong returns and increased global interest is driving momentum in the Japan’s domestic industry.
Appetite for Asia is now at the highest level since 2022, led by Japan, according to Goldman Sachs prime brokerage.
The PivotalPath Equity Diversified: Asia Long/Short Index made 4.5% in January, with Japan a big contributor.
Allocators pointed out swelling demand for Japan at the Nomura Alternatives Forum late last year. Akira Sasaki, who leads hedge fund investments at the Pension Fund Association, said he wanted to support domestic managers starting Japan-based hedge funds with a focus on domestic stocks.
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