UBS to Wind Down O'Connor Funds Affected by First Brands Bankruptcy
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 07 2025
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Source: Reuters
UBS Winding Down Funds: UBS Group is liquidating investment funds managed by its hedge fund unit O'Connor due to losses linked to the bankruptcy of U.S. auto parts supplier First Brands Group.
Exposure and Recovery Efforts: The bank has over $500 million in exposure to First Brands across various funds and is prioritizing client interests by working to recover remaining assets through the bankruptcy process.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
