​Relative Value Strategies Flourish As Low Vol Persists

Relative value strategies are becoming increasingly relevant as the low volatility environment persists and demand grows for uncorrelated returns and strategies that outperform during more volatile markets. As a result, RV funds are finding increased traction, with increased capital being raised and new funds being launched. Georgia Reynolds reports on how RV strategies continue to grow in popularity. Relative value strategies and volatility funds have seen a dramatic rise in interest from investors this year, as historically low levels in both implied and realized volatility continue, showing little sign of reversing despite increasing concern.