Hedge funds achieved solid returns during the first half of 2025 because they managed market volatility through strong equity market performance and favorable volatility trends according to Goldman Sachs client notes and fund performance sources.
The equity-focused hedge funds achieved more than 3% growth in June while systematic stock-trading funds lost 0.68% last month yet maintained a 12% increase throughout the year. The S&P 500 together with Nasdaq achieved record highs during June despite market instability caused by trade policy issues. The dollar index maintained its downward trend throughout the period.
Multi-strategy funds also posted gains. Schonfeld Strategic Partners achieved a 1.1% increase in June which brought its total 2025 performance to 6%. The Pure Alpha fund at Bridgewater Associates achieved a 17% return during the first half because of its high-volatility investment approach. The UK-based Marshall Wace achieved 11.23% returns from its Market Neutral TOPS fund during six months while its Eureka fund produced 5.35% gains in June.
The returns were boosted by technology sector performance alongside active trading during market volatility but health care investments acted as a drag. The data shows how adaptable hedge fund strategies have profited from changing macroeconomic indicators despite ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainties.
