Unicus Research

We don’t speculate. We investigate.

Our Vision.


To provide independent, actionable and timely investment ideas and research to our institutional emerging and established managers worldwide.


Our clients will gain access to an experienced team of investment idea generators and researchers who focus on providing actionable and timely short ideas and research which has a potential to increase your ROI in short and long term.

Our expertise not only helps investors make informed decisions but also assists businesses in developing strategies to optimize financial performance and mitigate risks. Our vision flawlessly aligns with our client’s respective portfolio goals. Our thorough research and diligence is crafted to protect our clients from unexpected blind spots.

Client Testimonials.

  • “Laks and her team combine great macro instincts, consistent financial rigor and a tenacious drive to chase down important details to build their investment cases. This is the kind of research that Wall Street either can’t or won’t provide.”

  • "As Portfolio Managers of a long-short equity strategy, our collaboration with Unicus Research has been exemplary. Their thorough approach to analyzing short investments, coupled with an experienced professional team, ensures we always receive top-tier insights. With active engagement, invaluable perspectives, and consistent communication, Unicus stands out as a trusted partner in the industry."

  • "We use Unicus for short idea generation and thorough channel work that helps build conviction. Laks is always available to answer questions and her ideas are usually spot on."

  • "Unicus' provides some of the most differentiated investigative short-focused equity research that I've come across in my career. Their thorough work has not only expanded my knowledge on companies that I wouldn't have come across, but entire industries.

    Additionally, they're great at communicating throughout your holding period and never hesitate to opine on positioning and upcoming catalysts that may positively and/or negatively affect your P/L.

    They've been an ideal partner in building our short book."

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