Leverage amplifies a hedge fund's buying power by using borrowed capital or derivatives to increase potential returns. Funds employ this strategy to magnify gains on concentrated bets, though it equally heightens risk. Sophisticated investors benefit through enhanced portfolio performance, while fund managers gain higher fee potential, making leverage a powerful yet double-edged tool.
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