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Absolute Return

Risk-managed returns independent of market direction

Overview

The Strategy

A multi-strategy hedge fund employing long/short equity, event-driven, and macro strategies to generate returns uncorrelated with traditional asset classes.

We combine fundamental research with quantitative risk management to identify mispricings across global markets while maintaining strict controls on drawdowns and volatility.

β€œMarkets oscillate between fear and greed, creating opportunities for the disciplined investor who can remain rational when others cannot.”

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Investment Philosophy

True absolute return investing requires the ability to profit from both rising and falling markets. We construct portfolios designed to compound capital at attractive rates while protecting against significant drawdowns. This requires intellectual flexibility, rigorous risk management, and the willingness to be patient when opportunities are scarce.

Foundation

Guiding Principles

Risk-First Approach

Position sizing and portfolio construction begin with downside scenarios, not return targets.

Uncorrelated Returns

Strategies designed to perform independently of traditional market beta and interest rate movements.

Disciplined Process

Systematic frameworks that remove emotion from decision-making while allowing for opportunistic execution.

Capital Efficiency

Leverage employed judiciously to enhance returns while maintaining strict risk parameters.

Fund Purpose

Investment Objective

The fund targets consistent risk-adjusted returns through a diversified portfolio of alternative strategies, prioritizing capital preservation during market dislocations while capturing upside during favorable conditions.

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Role in Investor Portfolio

Diversifying allocation for investors seeking returns uncorrelated with traditional equity and fixed income markets.

Monthly liquidity enables tactical portfolio adjustments while maintaining exposure to sophisticated alternative strategies typically available only to large institutions.

Institutional Partners

Fund Service Providers

Our funds are supported by industry-leading service providers, ensuring the highest standards of administration, audit, and legal oversight.

Fund Administrator

Apex Group

Global financial services provider delivering fund administration, corporate services, and investor solutions.

Independent Auditor

CBIZ & Marcum

Top-tier accounting and advisory firm providing independent audit and assurance services.

Legal Counsel

Stuarts Humphries

Cayman Islands law firm specializing in investment funds, corporate, and regulatory matters.

Relationship to Sumer Capital

Operates under the governance framework of Sumer Capital Management with dedicated trading and risk management capabilities. Investment decisions are executed by the fund’s specialist team while strategic oversight and risk governance remain with the platform.

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