2026 Buy Side Hiring Market Trends: Three Big Forces

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The buy-side hiring market in 2026 is being shaped by three big forces — cost, competitiveness and specialization. With compensation rising sharply and hiring managers chasing the same skills, how can hedge funds attract the top data engineering and AI talent? Watch our video for more on what outstanding individuals are looking for beyond just a paycheck and what’s driving their decisions.

Tracy Caliendo

Head of Global Hedge Fund Services, BofA Securities

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Investors have overweighted U.S. assets for over a decade.

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