Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Is Now the Time to Buy Energy Stocks?
By Mike PattonIf so, how and what should you buy? Large caps or small, individual equities or mutual funds? A look at the data suggests some strategies.
August 24, 2015
U.S. Stocks Drop Amid Global Sell-OffThe S&P 500 Index flirted with a correction Monday as all of its main groups tumbled.
August 21, 2015
Top Portfolio Products: New ETFs from Van Eck, Compass EMP and DirexionPortfolio products launched this week include leveraged long and short ETFs based on homebuilding and regional bank sectors, and an active share measure.
August 21, 2015
How to Profit From a Strong and Rising DollarA stronger dollar may not be good news for U.S. exporters but could make money for investors playing the currency trade.
August 21, 2015
Investors Redeem $5 Billion From Hedge Funds in JulyStill, the month ended in the black, as positive performance increased assets under management.
August 21, 2015
The 2 ways you lose dealsSelling is a complex and dynamic human interaction. There are a lot of things that can wrong that can cost you a deal.
August 20, 2015
Equity REITs Boost Cash Flow in Q2 but Post Weak Total ReturnsNAREIT says REITs second-quarter operating performance recovered sharply from recent declines.
August 17, 2015
World’s biggest currency trade is stuck in a Fed-induced rutTrading the worlds most widely used currency pair has become a thankless chore for investors.