Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Hottest Deal for Commodity Traders: Buying Their Own Bonds
By Javier BlasWhile the natural resources industry is battling the worst price drop since the financial crisis, traders particularly in oil are benefiting from recent price volatility.
October 19, 2015
Top Portfolio Products: CNL and KKR Form Business Development CompanyMeanwhile, Eaton Vance's Parametric unit added factor investing strategies.
October 19, 2015
11 Cool Crowdfunded ProductsCheck out these novel products that came to market because of crowdfunding plus the three-wheeled $7,000 vehicle seeking funding now.
October 16, 2015
White Says Private Fund Data Gives SEC Truer Picture of Risk in SystemData suggests private funds are healthier operations with less leverage and more controlled risk profiles than was the case five years ago, SEC chief says.
October 16, 2015
Gary Shilling: Why Commodity Prices Will Continue to FallEconomist and money manager Gary Shilling has a message for investors thinking now is the time to buy oil or other commodities: Dont do it.
October 16, 2015
Hedge Funds’ Critical Role in Anti-Money LaunderingHedge funds may not be the most attractive money-laundering option, and banks are already performing AML procedures. However, those arguments may overlook some critical gaps.
October 15, 2015
Mercer private exchange reports strong uptickMercer reported a 43 percent growth year over year in expected total lives covered by its exchange products.
October 13, 2015
UBS to Pay $19.5M Over Structured NotesSEC says this is the first case involving these products and faulty disclosures; it affected 1,900 investors, who lost $5.5 million.