Group 1 - Bridgewater Associates has completed a significant ownership transition with the repurchase of all remaining shares held by Ray Dalio, marking the end of a 13-year succession plan initiated in 2011 [1][2] - The new shareholder, Brunei Investment Agency, acquired nearly 20% of Bridgewater's equity, becoming one of the largest shareholders, which may alter the company's governance structure and focus on investment performance [2][3] - Ray Dalio's retirement journey has been complex, with his initial succession plan announced over a decade ago, and he officially transferred control to the board in October 2022, marking a significant moment in the hedge fund industry [3] Group 2 - Bridgewater's assets under management have significantly decreased from $168 billion at the end of 2019 to an estimated $92.1 billion by the end of 2024, indicating challenges faced by the firm [3] - Despite the decline in assets, Bridgewater's flagship fund, Pure Alpha, achieved a return of 11.3% in 2024, outperforming the overall hedge fund industry, with a further 17% increase recorded in the first half of 2025 [3]
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21世纪经济报道·2025-08-01 08:17