Notable Hedge Funds Based in London?

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some notable hedge funds in London that align with your interest in public equity markets and long-focused strategies:

Single Manager (SM) Hedge Funds:

1. TCI (The Children's Investment Fund) - Known for its activist investment style and strong presence in London.
2. Lansdowne Partners - A well-established name with a focus on long/short equity strategies.
3. Marshall Wace - A prominent player in equity long/short and systematic strategies.
4. AKO Capital - Focused on long-only and long/short equity strategies.
5. Egerton Capital - Renowned for its long/short equity approach.

Multi-Manager (MM) Hedge Funds:

1. Citadel Investment Group - A major global player with a strong London presence, offering multi-strategy approaches.
2. Point72 - Known for its equity-focused pods and significant London operations.
3. D.E. Shaw - A highly respected multi-strategy fund with a strong foothold in London.
4. Two Sigma Investments - Focused on quantitative and systematic strategies, with a growing presence in Europe.

These funds are highly competitive and cater to professionals with strong public equity market expertise. If you're targeting these firms, consider leveraging resources like the WSO Hedge Fund Interview Prep and networking guides to enhance your preparation.

Sources: London Value / Deep Value Hedge Funds, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/the-only-post-about-active-investing-you-will-ever-need-to-read?customgpt=1, Top L/S in London and Hong Kong (e.g., Lone Pine, Viking, Coatue, Maverick, Darsana, etc.), HF Industry Dying?, Top Hedge Funds London