Michael Hintze

Michael Hintze

Formal First Name
Sir Michael (Michael)
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Dates
7/27/1953 - present
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Born to Russian parents, Michael Hintze started CQS, London-based hedge-fund firm which is led by his flagship Directional Opportunities fund. Hintze was raised in Australia and served a 3-year term in the army before moving to London in the 1980s. He is a notable supporter of the arts and sciences and was granted Knighthood in 2013 in acknowledgement of his philanthropic activities in the U.K.

Professional Experience

  • Founder, Group Executive Chairman, Senior Investment Officer

    Founder

    1999 - present

    CQS