The fund has the ability to use options and short positions for risk protection
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Slate has more than $6 billion in assets under management
AGF Investments says the funds will use market neutral and long/short strategies
Firm launched the Picton Mahoney Fortified Income Alternative Fund on Tuesday
The firm has removed performance fees, changed the risk rating of a fund and the investment strategies of two others
The firm has also proposed a new portfolio manager for two funds
Advisor and client interest in liquid alternatives remains to be seen
New categories aim to make it easier to compare funds and assess investing strategies
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