In the wake of a historic short squeeze, hedge funds are adapting their investment strategies, achieving their best performance in four years. While geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices previously drove bearish sentiments, the recent market dynamics encourage a more opportunistic long position. This shift aims to capitalize on liquidity and potential relief rallies. Concurrently, earlier warnings from Goldman Sachs about inflation risks linked to the Persian Gulf conflict have contributed to a cautious investment environment, prompting institutions to reevaluate long positions amidst ongoing economic uncertainties.