L/S vs Event

Hey guys. Potentially dumb question but curious if you have any thoughts - How blurred is the line between long/short and event driven strategies?

Functionally, I understand that L/S will be less focused on hard catalysts (mergers, BKs etc), but I’d imagine most miss-priced opportunities are a product of a misunderstood catalyst.

Preparing for a few L/S interviews and have an RX background so want to make sure I’m not coming across as an event prospect that’s in the wrong room.

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