Hedge Funds Volatility continues to plague the world’s stock markets. Even hedge funds, which once had an aura of invincibilty, have been taking a beating. Latest figures from hedge fund research show that globally, hedge funds have lost 15% in the last two months. Is this the end of the hedge fund as we now know it? November Picks Even during the downturn money magazine continues with analysts head 2 head, asking experts what their favourite stocks are during these difficult economic times. SMEs in Tsunami Small and medium sized businesses are feeling the pinch during the downturn. 40% have already had their lines of credit cut by banks, making cash flow a big problem. A financial package announced by the Hong Kong government has drawn mixed reactions. Meanwhile Chief Executive Donald Tsang has asked the mainland government to ease export processing requirements to help Hong Kong owned companies with manufacturing facilities on the mainland.