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What Makes BioLife Solutions (BLFS) a Compelling Long-Term Hold?

Prosper Stars & Stripes, a long/short equity fund, recently released its first-quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter is available to download here. In Q1 2026, the portfolio underperformed with a net return of (-5.6%) compared to the Russell 2000 Index’s +0.9% return and the HFRX Equity Hedge Index’s -1.5% return. Long book performance was negative, while the short book contributed positively. Geopolitics significantly influenced the first quarter, contributing to increased inflation pressures and elevated energy prices. Additionally, you can review the Portfolio’s top...