Hedge Fund News: John Paulson, Bill Ackman, D. E. Shaw
Billionaire John Paulson posted the second-worst trading year of his career in 2014 as a wrong-way energy bet added to declines tied to a failed merger and investments in Fannie...
Posts Tagged ‘Bill Ackman’
Is Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) Suing Bill Ackman Over Stock Manipulation Allegations?
Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:HLF) is believed to be preparing to pursue legal proceedings against activist investor, Bill Ackman, over tirade comments made earlier last week.
Hedge Fund News: Troy Dixon, Brevan Howard, Jonathan Goldberg
Good hedge-fund managers know to take some profits when they earn outsize returns.
Hedge Fund News: Steve Cohen, David Harding, Bill Ackman
Aurelius Capital Management, one of the main plaintiffs against Argentina in New York District Judge Thomas Griesa’s courtroom, has denied being part in a lawsuit filed against...
Allergan, Inc. (AGN) Investment Propels Bill Ackman To The Top Of Hedge Funds Rankings
Hedge funds had a horrendous year in 2014 seen by more than 461 being shut down with only 2% being able to make substantial returns to investors. Despite the horrendous run, ...
Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Returns 32.8% in 2014
“2014 was also a very good year for activist investor Bill Ackman.
Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX): ValueAct Keeps Its Promise and Buys More Shares
In a new filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Jeff Ubben's ValueAct Capital reported increasing its position in Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (NYSE:VRX).
Harbinger Group Inc (HRG): Leucadia National Corp. (LUK) Boosts Stake by 12% as CEO Phil Falcone Steps Down and Joseph Steinberg is Appointed Chairman
Ian Cumming and Joseph Steinberg’s Leucadia National Corp. (NYSE:LUK) disclosed a 12% increase in its exposure to Harbinger Group Inc (NYSE:HRG).
Aon Plc (AON), Platform Specialty Products Corp (PAH), State Auto Financial Corp (STFC): a Small-Cap, a Mid-Cap and a Large-Cap That Insiders Love
As we continue to track insider transactions, I stumbled upon three more interesting purchases (check out some small-caps that insiders love).
Actavis plc (ACT), Allergan, Inc. (AGN), Pfizer Inc. (PFE): Hedge Funds Betting Big on Healthcare Stocks
One of the sectors that has benefited from the highest returns over the years is Healthcare.
Hedge Fund News: John Paulson, Steven Cohen & Sandell Asset Management
John Paulson clearly did not see the collapse of pharmaceutical giant AbbVie Inc (NYSE:ABBV)’s deal with rival Shire coming.
Bill Ackman Is A Winner: Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (VRX), Allergan Inc. (AGN), Actavis plc (ACT)
Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (NYSE:VRX) could lose out on a deal to acquire Botox Maker Allergan, Inc.
Is Zoetis Inc (ZTS) Bill Ackman’s Back-up Plan for Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX)?
As it was previously rumored in many sources, Bill Ackman's Pershing Square took a massive position in Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS), as reported in a new filing with the US Securities...
Will Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Reach $83.14 By January?
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT) has at least one investor excited about its short-term stock price prospect.
Allergan, Inc. (AGN): Bill Ackman Sends Letter Commenting on Potential Merger Deal with Actavis plc (ACT)
Bill Ackman's intentions to acquire Allergan, Inc.
Herbalife Ltd. (HLF): Is This Bill Ackman’s Year?
The year is going Bill Ackman’s way especially when it comes to Herbalife Ltd.
Bill Ackman’s Comments Are Affecting Herbalife Ltd. (HLF), Says Cramer
“Alright, Bill Ackman, I’ve been saying, ‘If you want to destroy a company, you know what, companies are fragile.
Hedge Fund News: Nelson Peltz, Jim Chanos & Warren Buffett
The Madison Square Garden Company surprised many on Monday when it announced — besides exploring a potential breakup of itself — that it was adding two financiers to its board...
CDK Global Inc (CDK): Former Pershing Square Employee Targets Post-Spinoff Company
Scott Ferguson's Sachem Head Capital has disclosed a new position in CDK Global Inc (NASDAQ:CDK), a company that was recently spun-off from Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ...
Bill Ackman’s $90 million ‘One57’ Luxury Apartment Flip Slowing Down With Increased Empty Apartments Around It
Bill Ackman is an American Hedge fund manager, who is the founder and CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management.
Hedge Fund News: Bill Ackman, Christian Leone & Valueact Capital
Bill Ackman wants to clear up a few things.
Hedge Fund News: David Tepper, Kyle Bass & Viking Global
David Tepper, the founder of hedge fund Appaloosa Management, said that he’s short the euro during a talk at the Robin Hood Investors Conference in New York City.
Hedge Fund News: Steven Cohen, Carl Icahn & Lansdowne Partners
The best thing federal prosecutors might have done for Steven A.
Is Bill Ackman Considering Buying a Stake in Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO)?
Bill Ackman is one of the most notorious activist investors on Wall Street, which is why his moves are followed closely. Recently, Mr.
Hedge Fund News: Bill Ackman, Thomas Steyer & SAC Capital Advisors
The global market for initial public offerings has had a patchy year at best and activist investor Bill Ackman’s latest foray into the arena may not be remembered as a highlight...
Will Platform Specialty Products Corp (PAH) Keep Growing With Bill Ackman Going Activist on the Company?
Bill Ackman is bullish on Platform Specialty Products Corp (NYSE:PAH) and with his recent activist move on the stock, the company could grow even further.
Hedge Fund News: Ken Griffin, Bruce Kovner & Kerrisdale Capital
Ken Griffin's $24 billion Citadel gained 4.4% in September, easily outstripping the average hedge fund which fell 0.2% last month.
Hedge Fund News: Eric Mindich, Andreas Halvorsen & Lansdowne Partners
Eric Mindich (Trades, Portfolio), founder of hedge fund Eton Park and famous for becoming at age 27 the youngest partner at Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.
Herbalife Ltd. (HLF): Two Men Charged With Insider Trading By SEC
Security and Exchange Commission has charged two men with insider trading in Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:HLF) shares, according to a CNBC report by Scott Wapner.
Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX): ValueAct Capital Raises Stake as Jeffrey Ubben is Appointed as Board Director
Jeffrey Ubben’s Valueact Capital Management disclosed today an increase in its exposure to Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (NYSE:VRX).
Hedge Fund News: Dan Loeb, Bill Ackman & Nouriel Roubini
The activist hedge fund firms that have been pushing for change at Sothebys (NYSE:BID) may have won their big boardroom battle. But they may be losing the war.
Bill Ackman Frustrated Over Allergan, Inc. (AGN)’s Plans to Acquire Salix
In a new filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Pershing Square Capital Management revealed a letter signed by its Chief Executive Officer, Bill Ackman, addressed...
Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) In A Vacuum of Information: Duane Stanford
Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:HLF)’s up by about 7% during the day and trades at around $43.1, after a long slide that started at the end of July.
Hedge Fund News: Marc Lasry, Warren Buffett & Marcato Capital Management
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Hedge Fund News: Ray Dalio, George Soros & Tiger Management
Ray Dalio, who runs the $160 billion Bridgewater Associates LP, said he’s seeking to encourage a culture of “radical truth and radical transparency” by recording everything...
Immersion Corporation (IMMR), Howard Hughes Corp (HHC) And Radware Ltd. (RDWR) Are Rima Senvest Management’s Top Stock Picks
Established back in April 1997, Rima Senvest Management boasts an annualized return of 20% per year and has currently been on a wave, racking up a return of approximately 80...
Allergan Inc. (AGN) Settles Lawsuit with Pershing Square, Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX); Agrees on Calling Special Shareholders Meeting
Pershing Square, managed by Bill Ackman and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (NYSE:VRX) have entered into an agreement with Allergan Inc.
Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Allergan, Inc. (AGN)’s Hostile Saga Nears Its End
On 18th December the winner of the epic corporate battle between Allergan, Inc.
Hedge Fund News: Phil Falcone, Louis Hanover & Bridgewater Associates
Minnesota Wild co-owner Phil Falcone might quit his hockey-crazed home state to make a play for the New York Islanders, The Post has learned.
Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP)’s Carl Icahn & Pershing Square’s Bill Ackman on How Activist Investors Help the Retail Investors
Whenever Icahn Enterprises LP (NASDAQ:IEP) founder, Carl Icahn, speaks about his investments and investment style, there are things one can learn, which are rarely found in investment...
Bill Ackman Sends One More Letter to Allergan, Inc. (AGN) Pushing For Company’s Sale To Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX)
Bill Ackman does not show any signs of giving up on the proposed takeover of Allergan, Inc. (NYSE:AGN) by Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (NYSE:VRX).
Hedge Fund News: David Harding, Chris Hohn & Valueact Capital
Hedge fund boss gives £5 million to build new museum maths gallery (Standard) A hedge fund manager who built his business on mathematical reasoning has given the Science Museum...
Mattress Firm Holding Corp (MFRM), Allergan, Inc. (AGN), Actavis plc (ACT): 40 North Management Loves These Stocks
40 North Management, managed by David S. Winter and David J. Millstone, recently filed its 13F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Allergan, Inc. (AGN) Is Going to Have a Special Shareholders’ Meeting
CNBC's David Faber delivered the news that Allergan, Inc. (NYSE:AGN) is going to have a special shareholders' meeting on December 18th.
Howard Hughes Corp (HHC), Unit Corp. (UNT), Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (USA) (CP): Kenneth Squire’s 13D Management Boosts its Stakes in Its Largest Holdings
Kenneth Squire’s 13D Management recently filed with the SEC its 13F for the second quarter of 2014.
Allergan Inc. (AGN), Apple Inc. (AAPL) Are Among Hedge Funds’ Favorite Picks
Pavle Sabic, financial risk manager at S&P Capital IQ, in an interview on CNBC discussed the stocks that hedge funds have been most bulish on. The top company is Allergan Inc.
Hedge Fund News: Steven Cohen, George Soros & Carl Icahn
Manhattan US Attorney Preet Bharara has asked the Securities and Exchange Commission to hold off on its decision about former hedge-fund kingpin Steve Cohen for three more months...
