Hedge Funds

Hedge funds stay cautious on pound bets amid fears of more political volatility

Sussex Partners' co-founder Patrick Ghali says a rise in sterling short bets reflects the ongoing negative UK macro outlook

Friday 21 October 2022 at 13:28

The likes of Crispin Odey, pictured, cashed in when the pound fell
The likes of Crispin Odey, pictured, cashed in when the pound fell Photo: Getty Images

The pound’s spike on 20 October after UK prime minister Liz Truss’ exit turned out to be a dead cat bounce, as the currency dropped below pre-resignation levels the following day.

With volatility continuing around sterling, hedge funds are planning a cautious approach.