Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Liquid Alts Had $3.2 Billion Net Inflows in Q2
By Michael S. FischerRelative value and equity strategies were winners, while macro continued to hemorrhage.
August 15, 2017
Endowments and Foundations Stick With AlternativesInvestors are much more optimistic about the U.S. economy now than a year ago, NEPC reports.
August 14, 2017
Saturna Capital Launches Clean Shares for Two Funds: Portfolio ProductsAlso, Carlson Capital Management adds a low-cost DFA Minnesota muni bond fund to its portfolio lineup.
August 10, 2017
Hedge Fund Manager Points to Gold as Hedge Against Rising Political RiskRay Dalio recommends having 5-10% of assets in gold; current risks are especially challenging to price in.
August 09, 2017
Public Pensions Up 12.4% Return Most in 3 Years as Equities SoarStrong returns on stocks and alternative investments made up for low returns on bonds.
August 09, 2017
Pimco, T. Rowe Price Warn Investors: ‘Time to Reduce Risk’Pimco says elevated prices leave "little room for error"; T. Rowe Price cut stock allocation to lowest level since 2000.
August 08, 2017
Boomers Who Refuse to Sell Are Dominating the Housing MarketOlder Americans own half of houses, squeezing out youngsters; why one 23-year-old cruises streets and knocks on doors
August 08, 2017
Hedge Funds Extend Performance Streak in JulyHedge funds recorded their strongest performance since January, Hedge Fund Research reported.