Explanation : The commodity index is constructed using commodity futures and not the
underlying commodities. Hence, there can be differences between the
commodity index returns and the returns on the underlying commodities.
Explanation : Concentrated portfolio strategies reduces diversification benefit as it
involves only a few securities, strategies or manager. But it may enable
investors to achieve alpha.
Explanation : Hedge funds generally do not reveal their holdings therefore Patrick will
have difficulty in determining if different portfolios are holding diverse or
concentrated positions (both within each fund and between funds). Longshort equity hedge funds invest in liquid, publicly traded equity, therefore
the underlying positions can be reversed easily and there is no need for
independent valuations because current market prices are available.