What Is 2 & 20 Rule In Hedge Funds?

February 13, 2023

The 2 & 20 rule is a common compensation structure for hedge funds. It refers to the two percent management fee and the twenty percent performance fee charged by investment managers. The two percent management fee covers basic administrative costs and provides an ongoing income stream for fund managers, while the twenty percent performance fee rewards them for generating returns above a predetermined benchmark. Fund managers are incentivized to make wise investments and generate strong returns for their investors.


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