Astratinvest Shakes Up Indian Market: New Quant Long Short Fund Launched
Astratinvest has launched the Quant Long Short Fund aimed at raising Rs 400 crore in a year. Designed for sophisticated investors, this data-driven fund adheres to Sebi's private placement framework. The initiative reflects a shift towards research-backed and systematic asset management, according to CEO Shivam Agrawal.

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Astratinvest, a notable player in the alternative investment scene, unveiled its latest venture—the Quant Long Short Fund—on Tuesday, with a target to amass Rs 400 crore within a year.
This fund introduces a data-centric approach to India's equity markets, aligning with Sebi's private placement regulations. It caters to seasoned investors, setting a Rs 1 crore minimum investment benchmark.
According to Shivam Agrawal, Co-Founder and CEO, Astratinvest is committed to pioneering a modern investing paradigm that prioritizes data and research over emotion. The fund is designed to establish a new frontier in systematic asset management, focusing on transparency, adaptability, and rigorous risk management.
(With inputs from agencies.)