Preqin League Tables hedge fund performance methodology 2025

Preqin's proprietary methodology showcases the top-performing and most consistent industry players.

Hedge fund performance

The top-performing hedge funds are based on a ranking by net returns over the period of 2024. Funds must report a full 12-month performance track record over 2024 to be eligible for listing. The tables are based on data reported to Preqin as of December 31, 2024. Although fund rankings are not expected to alter significantly, final performance tables are subject to change as more data becomes available.

Eligibility requirements

• Fund profile must be visible on Preqin Pro. 

• Fund profile status must be ‘Active’. 

• Fund profile status must be 'Commingled', 'Listed', or 'Managed Account'.

• Completed 12-months’ worth of monthly return track record as of December 31, 2024.

• Fund auditor must be tagged to the relevant profile.

Ranking criteria

The top-performing funds presented in this report are based on a ranking by net returns over 2024. Funds must report a full 12-month performance track record over 2024 to be eligible for listing in our one-year league tables. The tables are based on data reported to Preqin as of December 31, 2024. Although fund rankings are not expected to alter significantly, final performance tables are subject to change as more data becomes available.

Data review process

For those funds shortlisted for a place in the League Tables, we perform a review of the performance data that has been collected for the relevant profile.

FAQs

When was the performance data extracted?

• Performance data for the hedge fund League Tables presented in the 2025 iteration was extracted in February 2025.

What was the time frame for consideration?

• Funds must report a full 12-month performance track record over 2024 to be eligible for listing in our one-year league tables.

How often are the League Tables published?

• Annually, in early Q2.

What's the difference between the free League Tables and the full League Tables in Preqin Pro?

• Preqin's free access League Tables are based on a snapshot taken as of December 31, 2024. The League Tables in Preqin Pro are interactive with our live datasets and rank funds on a separate set of eligibility and ranking criteria.

Was a fee required to participate in the Preqin League Tables?

• No, all firms and funds that met the eligibility requirements were considered for the Preqin League Tables free-of-charge.

How can I be considered for next year's League Tables?

• The best way to be considered for these league tables is to ensure that your profile is up to date. Contributing data to Preqin is completely free and simple! Find out how here.

For the 2024 Preqin League Tables hedge fund performance methodology, please click here.

Additional questions?

Reach out to Preqin's hedge fund performance team.

Preqin's Digital League Tables are compiled using public domain information and data reported to Preqin by the participants; they are not independently verified or assessed. Preqin cannot therefore guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Details of Preqin’s data collection process are set out in the private capital performance guide and hedge fund performance guide.
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Information in the tables is updated and corrected from time to time, so please ensure you check our service for the most recent data.