Bridgewater Associates, LP has reiterated its stance regarding access to its investment strategies, emphasizing that these are not available to the general public. This comes as a reaffirmation of its policies through a recent statement on their website.
The global investment management firm advises private investment funds and institutional clients exclusively. The company clarifies that information on its website is not for potential investors but serves other audiences like potential employees, researchers, and students. “Bridgewater Associates, LP believes it is useful for such persons to have an accurate source of relevant information,” the statement reads.
Bridgewater’s disclaimer explicitly informs users that their website does not offer investment advice and that its investment materials are restricted to specific types of investors and entities. Potential viewers of the site are cautioned that the information should not be interpreted as a solicitation for investments.
The firm also makes it clear that any third-party information available on their site may not have been verified by Bridgewater. Statements in materials by individuals from Bridgewater are to be “understood in the conversational context in which they were made.”
To access the information, users must agree to the terms stipulated, confirming that their interest is solely for the purpose of gathering general information. The content, which is proprietary to Bridgewater or its licensors, must not be reproduced or used for commercial purposes without prior consent.
The statement emphasizes that the website content is not governed by any governmental authority and is specifically intended for those with a legitimate interest unrelated to making investments.
For those interested in perusing this content, registering personal information and acknowledging the terms and policies of Bridgewater is mandatory.
