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Multi-strat hedge fund flows favor market-neutral strategies, dampening broad market correlation but amplifying idiosyncratic sector shocks. This structure prevents classic crashes but creates reverse dispersion.

Impact: Traditional risk models based on broad market correlation may fail, requiring investors to focus on sector-specific risks and idiosyncratic volatility.

— from Market Unwind: Crowding, AI CapEx, and Credit Stress · Odd Lots· Feb 06, 2026