Deutsche Bank AG (USA) (NYSE:DB) was in 11 hedge funds' portfolio at the end of December. DB has seen a decrease in support from the world's most elite money managers in recent months.
Banco Bradesco SA (ADR) (NYSE:BBD) was in 12 hedge funds' portfolio at the end of the fourth quarter of 2012. BBD investors should be aware of a decrease in enthusiasm from smart money lately.
I have been recommending one European bank as an equity and fixed income investment since the year started. This bank is Spanish based Banco Santander, S.A.