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Hedge fund interview questions
Hedge fund interviews assess whether you can form an independent view, support it with evidence and identify what could prove you wrong. The strongest answers are specific about catalysts, variant perception and risk.
How to prepare
- 1Develop a long and a short idea with a differentiated thesis, valuation and catalyst.
- 2Be precise about position sizing, risk limits and the facts that would invalidate your view.
- 3Practise discussing a market development without confusing narrative with an investable thesis.
Questions to practise
106 questionsFrequently asked questions
What questions do hedge funds ask in interviews?
Common questions include stock pitches, short ideas, catalysts, portfolio construction, risk management, credit analysis and market views.
What makes a strong hedge fund stock pitch?
A strong pitch states the variant view, evidence, valuation, catalyst, risks and the specific events that would cause you to change your mind.