On the Third Hand: Surprise
By Allison BellThe anesthesiologists and neurologists who "pop out" during surgery are a symptom of denial.
September 22, 2014
Ritholtz: Calpers’ decision on hedge funds will be far-reachingExpect the Calpers move to prompt serious self-examination among pension funds, foundations and endowments.
September 22, 2014
Ritholtz: Calpers’ decision on hedge funds will be far-reachingExpect the Calpers move to prompt serious self-examination among pension funds, foundations and endowments.
September 22, 2014
The Fed signals a light touch on insuranceThe Fed will not give up any of its political capital to bring insurers under federal control, although it has concerns about the viability of the life insurance business.
September 19, 2014
How Liquid Are Liquid Alts?A MarketWatch article claims that the term liquid alternatives typically means buying illiquid securitieslike private credits and some derivative issuesis unfounded. Here's why.
September 19, 2014
Why agents can’t mention life settlementsThere's a big difference between "can't" and "won't."
September 19, 2014
On the Third Hand: UnicornsPolitics aside, government can only play a role in social programs if it can function.
September 19, 2014
LTCI Watch: Rationing. Yay?What if clients -- or their loved ones -- like the idea of keeping up the fight?
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