Gold,whose prices have surged in the past year, is seen as a hedge against a slumping dollar.

VOA: standard.2009.11.06

In addition,he said hedge funds must be subject to real oversight.

VOA: standard.2009.03.24

"In recent years, too many financial firms have put taxpayer money at risk by operating hedge funds and private equity funds and making riskier investments to reap a quick reward.

VOA: standard.2010.01.21