Hedge Fund Risk Exposure Analyzer

Hedge Fund Due Diligence & Risk Checklist

Fund & Strategy Basics

Hedge Fund Name:

Primary Investment Strategy:

If 'Other' Strategy, or specific focus, please specify:

Strategy & Market Risk Assessment (Your Perception)

Complexity of the Fund's Stated Strategy:

Reliance on Illiquid or Hard-to-Value Assets:

Use of Leverage (Borrowed Funds):

Portfolio Concentration Risk (e.g., few positions, single sector/country):

Dependence on Overall Market Direction (Beta Exposure):

Operational & Counterparty Risk Assessment (Your Perception)

Fund Manager(s) Experience & Relevant Track Record:

Quality of Key Counterparties (Prime Broker(s), Custodian, Administrator):

Strength of Back Office, Operations, and Risk Management Systems:

Regulatory Compliance & History (Fund & Management Company):

Liquidity Terms, Fees & Transparency (Information from Fund Docs)

Lock-up Period:

Redemption Notice Period & Frequency:

Gates or Suspension of Redemptions Provisions:

Fee Structure:

Management Fee (% of AUM p.a.):

Performance/Incentive Fee (% of profits):

High Water Mark Provision?

Hurdle Rate Provision (% p.a. before performance fee applies)?

Transparency of Reporting to Investors (Portfolio holdings, risk exposures):

Hedge Fund Risk Considerations Summary for Your Fund

Please complete your assessments on the previous tabs and click "Analyze Risks" to see the summary.

Disclaimer: This Hedge Fund Due Diligence & Risk Checklist is an educational tool to help structure your thinking and research. The generated "Key Considerations" are based SOLELY on the information and assessments YOU provide. It is NOT exhaustive and does NOT constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Hedge funds are complex, often high-risk investments suitable primarily for sophisticated and accredited investors who can understand and bear the potential for significant losses. Liquidity can be restricted. Fees can be substantial. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own thorough and independent due diligence, carefully review all official fund documentation (PPM, Subscription Agreement, DDQ, Audited Financials), and consider consulting with qualified financial, legal, and investment professionals before making any investment decisions. You are solely responsible for your investment choices.