Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Big Money Managers Fall Short in Disclosing ESG Investment Strategies: Report
By Michael S. FischerMore and more money managers are taking environmental, social and governance factors into account, but many aren't telling investors about their criteria, US SIF found.
October 02, 2015
ETF Experts: Hedging Currency Risk Is Cheap, Prudent and Getting EasierAssets have flowed to currency-hedged ETFs. But a Morningstar ETF panel explores if it is worth it to managers to add this layer of protection into portfolios.
October 02, 2015
Hedge Fund Exploits Changing Political ClimateInvestor reactions to political developments create mispricings in the market, says David Coggins of Coral Gables Asset Management.
October 02, 2015
7 ways to move forward when a prospect doesn't call backYour proposal is ready to go, but your prospect has pulled a disappearing act. Before you give up, here are 7 steps you can follow.
October 01, 2015
Alts in 401(k) plans?Alts or alternative investments in the 401(k) market are not the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow--their short-term track record hides their true risks.
October 01, 2015
Alts in 401(k) plans?Alts or alternative investments in the 401(k) market are not the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow--their short-term track record hides their true risks.
September 30, 2015
4 Benefits Commodities Bring to a Portfolio: DoubleLineThe portfolio manager of DoubleLines new Strategic Commodity Fund explains the rationale for investing in commodities.
September 29, 2015
7 Mistakes Investors Are Making Before Rate Hike: NatixisWith interest rates expected to rise soon, some anxious investors are making sudden portfolio changes, among other self-defeating mistakes, Natixis found in an advisor poll.