John Armitage

John Armitage founded Egerton Capital in London in 1994, establishing one of the most highly regarded long/short equity hedge funds in Europe. Egerton is known for its rigorous fundamental research process, focusing on identifying high-quality businesses trading at attractive valuations globally while shorting weaker business models. The fund has maintained a strong long-term track record over nearly three decades, making it one of the few hedge funds to sustain performance across multiple market cycles. Armitage started his career at Mercury Asset Management before moving to the hedge fund world. Egerton is relatively private compared to many hedge funds, maintaining a selective investor base and keeping a low public profile. The fund's longevity and consistent performance have made it a respected institution in European alternative investment management.