Arches for Hedge Funds
Fast, compliant access to the on-the-ground perspective
that moves a thesis forward, built for the pace a fund runs at.
Projects spanning established markets and new frontiers
20%
Solar panel
40%
Information Technology
15%
Logictics
25%
Healthcare
Strengthen your investment conviction
From testing a thesis to validating the signals behind it,
Arches gives investment teams direct access to the expertise you need to challenge and sharpen your view.
Thesis validation
Run channel checks, validate company claims, assess customer sentiment, and test long or short assumptions before entering, sizing, or exiting a position.
Catalyst and event-driven research
We help investigate M&A, corporate actions, regulatory changes, and other catalysts to assess the potential impact, timing, and market implications.
Company and competitive research
Benchmark competitors, verify customer demand, assess channel dynamics, and investigate operational developments to build a clearer view of company performance.
Macro and market risk
Track policy changes, geopolitical developments, industry shifts, and macroeconomic signals to identify exposures that could affect individual positions or the wider book.
Maximize the value of your investment thesis
Drawing on experience with 600+ business partners, including leading hedge funds,
Arches helps investment teams access relevant experts through a thorough screening process,
with continued support as the questions evolve.
Niche experts sourced around your thesis
Every request starts with a fresh search built around your thesis. We reach out directly to hard-to-find experts and apply a rigorous sourcing and screening process before sharing the shortlist to your team.
Flexible pricing for every project
Keep expert costs aligned with your needs. Our pay-as-you-go model lets you adjust spend as requirements change, without paying for unused capacity or committing to long-term contracts.
Dedicated resources
for every case
We dedicate 2–3x the resources to each case, staying closely involved as the research evolves and keeping resources allocated until you’re ready to end the project.
Compliance built
into every stage
Every expert is screened and verified, maintaining a clear audit trail from sourcing through the final call.
Built for fast-moving investment decisions
Built for the pace of investment decisions, our process makes it easy to turn a thesis
into the market insight you need, without slowing you down.
Step 1: Share your thesis
Share your investment question with our team.
We’ll assign an Account Manager to keep track of your project and ensure the search stays aligned.
Step 2: Build the engagement
We tailor every expert search to your brief,
with a qualified initial shortlist delivered within 24–48 hours.
Step 3: Put the insight to work
Whether you need an expert call, transcript, or research study,
we tailor the output to your thesis and move at your pace.
Proven impact across industries and markets
Trusted by leading Hedge Funds
Arches tracked down a regional wholesaler outside our own network, and talking to him got us ahead.
Portfolio Manager, Multi-Strategy Hedge Fund | Channel Diligence
The turnaround was quick, but the main difference was relevance. Each call was focused on a specific assumption or question in our investment thesis, so we could use the input directly in our analysis and refine our view on the opportunity.
Analyst, Singapore-based Hedge Fund | Event-Driven Research
As our thesis developed, the questions changed fast. The team adjusted the search each time and brought in the person who addressed the next gap
Analyst, Japanese Hedge Fund | Long/Short Equity Research
Built for faster, better-informed
investment decisions
Access our full suite of services to sharpen conviction and move on a thesis with confidence.
Expert Calls
Speak directly with an operator, customer, competitor, or other relevant expert to test your assumptions and strengthen your investment thesis.
Custom Research and Consulting
Have our research and consulting team investigate a market, company, or investment question when your team needs more support.
Expert Transcript Library
Search past interviews by company, sector, or topic to quickly find insights that can inform a new investment thesis.
Prime Talent Partners
Hire experienced investment and functional talent when you need to strengthen your team or support a portfolio company.
Frequently asked questions
What types of projects do Hedge Funds typically use Arches for?
Hedge Funds use Arches for investment research, company and market analysis, competitor checks, and expert calls to validate investment views.
Which Arches service should Hedge Funds start with?
Our services are tailored to the specific questions and needs of your team and project. Start with an Expert Call when you need direct, first-hand insight from a relevant expert. Use the Expert Transcript Library to research existing expert interviews, Custom Research and Consulting when you need Arches to handle research end-to-end, or Prime Talent Partners when you need specialist talent for your team.
Can Arches find experts specific to the exact sector or theme Hedge Funds are trading?
Yes. Most experts are recruited specifically for the sector, market, or topic outlined in your brief, helping ensure the match is relevant to your research needs.
What compliance checks does Arches perform before an expert call?
Arches conducts standard compliance checks before every call, including conflict screening, recording consent, and documentation of the required approvals.
Start with the investment question that matters
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