CFM’s Bouchaud on strategy, science and systematic: 5 takeaways

• Jean-Philippe Bouchaud, CFM co-founder, speaks to AFI
• Paris-based quant hedge fund now runs a record $10bn
• He shares insights on the science behind systematic and CFM strategy

1. CFM now manages a record $10bn

CFM uses a range of approaches, from traditional managed futures and stat arb to more sophisticated strategies like single stock options markets. Assets have grown during this year’s strong performance to a record $10bn, of which $8bn is in Stratus, which invests across its underlying strategies in equities, futures, options and credit.