Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Amid low rates, insurers focus on alternative investments
By Warren S. HerschMany investment professionals at insurers are adjusting their portfolios in anticipation of a forthcoming interest rate rise.
November 10, 2016
Post-Election, Where Can Active Managers Add Alpha?To begin, consider these 15 sectors and issues to find areas where an investment advisor can add value to client portfolios.
November 09, 2016
6 Issues Advisors Should Watch for Trump ActionUncertainty about Trumps priorities and governing approach will keep the markets at elevated levels of volatility, but watch these areas for clues.
November 08, 2016
How Private Equity Must Evolve to Meet Market Demands: SEI StudyIn a new study, SEI asked some 200 industry general partners, limited partners and consultants where private equity is heading.
November 08, 2016
Best & Worst Commodity Performance Under Presidents Since 1970Will recent history of commodities usually performing better under Democrats continue or will Republicans break the mold?
November 07, 2016
4 Top Analysts Predict Markets, Metals After ElectionThere is an emerging consensus among investment analysts when it comes to the impact Clinton and Trump could have.
November 07, 2016
Top Portfolio Products: Goldman ETF Tracks 'Best Ideas' Hedge Fund PositionsGoldman launches ETF that tracks its Hedge Fund VIP index comprising 50 "Very Important Positions."
November 01, 2016
T. Rowe Chair and CIO Rogers to Give Up Investment Role to 6 ExecsBrian Rogers will remain with the fund group as a non-executive chairman, but will pass the investing baton to others on March 31.