Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Why China’s Slowdown Won’t Crush Commodities Markets
By Ginger SzalaChinas economic slowdown and government crackdown on market speculation wont hurt energy, metals and agriculture as much as investors may think, analysts say.
May 13, 2016
Why Gundlach Predicts a Trump VictoryThe DoubleLine CEO discusses Trump, his "2 and 20" prediction on stocks and why negative interest rates are like putting gasoline on a house fire.
May 13, 2016
Private Equity Lobbying Group PEGCC Changes Name, MissionThe Private Equity Growth Capital Council has become the American Investment Council to reflect a "broader focus."
May 12, 2016
When Sentiment Conflicts With Investing RealityThe public is often a good barometer of what is occurring in the broader economy. But not always, Barry Ritholtz writes.
May 11, 2016
Is the High-Yield Rally Over?Even if the market turns positive, the risks are too high if yields remain below double digits, Merrill's Michael Contopolous says.
May 11, 2016
Gold Now in a Long Bull Market, Analysts SayJPMorgan is bullish on the precious metal, and Goldman Sachs is upping its price targets as well.
May 09, 2016
Top Portfolio Products: Pershing Adds 3 Robo-Advisors to Its PlatformThis week's new products and services include three robo-advisors added on one platform and six new options in an investment-only variable annuity.
May 05, 2016
Prudential, MetLife heads respond to disappointing earningsMetLife has attributed its poor first-quarter profits to hedge fund investments. Other industry leaders agree the quarter was "challenging."