Bridgewater Associates

Bridgewater Associates is one of the largest and most influential hedge funds in the world, known for its macroeconomic research and systematic investment strategies. Founded in 1975 by Ray Dalio and headquartered in Westport, Connecticut, the firm manages capital for pensions, sovereign wealth funds, and endowments. Bridgewater is best known for its Pure Alpha and All Weather funds, which use diversified, risk-balanced approaches to global markets. The firm is also noted for its distinct culture of radical transparency and internal idea meritocracy.