Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
New York Wants Life Insurers to Analyze Portfolio Climate Exposure
By Allison BellOne proposed measure is the percentage of real estate holdings in potential flood zones.
April 01, 2021
Financial Stability Council Eyes Nonbanks' Access to CashAn analyst says it should be easier for FSOC to tag insurers and other nonbanks as systemically important.
March 31, 2021
Goldman Close to Offering Bitcoin to Wealth Management ClientsPlans are to start offering digital asset investments in the second quarter, says Mary Rich, global head of digital assets.
March 31, 2021
FPA, Ric Edelman's Digital Assets Council to Educate Planners on CryptoThis strategic partnership aims to help FPA members understand digital currencies and their impact on financial plans.
March 31, 2021
SEC Charges Blockchain Firm With Unregistered Digital Asset OfferingsThe SEC's allegations "turn on whether the digital asset at issue is or is not a security — there is no allegation of fraud," said attorney Nicolas Morgan.
March 30, 2021
Why Larry Kotlikoff Changed His Mind on Reverse MortgagesThe retirement expert was skeptical of these loans but now thinks retirees should give them a second look.
March 25, 2021
Fidelity Files for Bitcoin ETFThe asset management giant joins a growing list of firms hoping to launch a Bitcoin ETF.
March 24, 2021
Scaramucci's SkyBridge Capital Files for Bitcoin ETFThe firm, which recently launched a Bitcoin fund for accredited investors, joins a growing list of firms hoping to trade a Bitcoin ETF.