Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Family offices seen increasing allocations to private equity
By Margaret CollinsWealth families are turning to private equity because of low-interest rates and the expectation of high returns.
December 01, 2015
Puerto Rico crisis could dump 600,000 out of MedicaidA banker told Congress a commonwealth default would also devastate public-sector retirees.
December 01, 2015
5 Big Challenges Facing Hedge FundsHedge fund managers and investors continue to face challenges arising from regulatory and cost pressures, new operational considerations and the war on talent.
November 30, 2015
Defending Alternatives in a Bull MarketSome clients may balk at alt managers fees while the overall market rises, but they should think about the future.
November 30, 2015
Commodity Rebound Time?Research magazine talked with John Love, CEO of U.S. Commodity Funds, about whether it's time for investors to get back into commodities.
November 30, 2015
Investing in Africa: Not Just Natural Resources AnymoreLike in Latin America 30 years ago, the rise of a middle class and the growth of the consumer economy provides opportunities.
November 30, 2015
Phase two of AG 49 targets projected values, policy loansAs the industry moves forward, the changes of AG49 will go a long way in helping to demonstrate how Indexed Universal Life policies operate.
November 30, 2015
Why Income and Patience Matter to Advisors — and ClientsFrom the products sold to the technology used to the clients served, advisors today are working in a much different environment.