Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Private Equity, Venture Capital Firms See Intense Competition in 2015
By Michael S. FischerBut they also see increasing investor interest, especially outside traditional markets, a Preqin survey finds.
February 12, 2015
How to Turn Rugs Into RichesIncreasing prices indicate that interest in high-quality antique rugs continues to grow, but especially for new collectors, caveats apply.
February 12, 2015
For Aequitas Capital, Small Firms Are the Sweet SpotFor firms too large for an SBA loan and too small to attract private equity, Brian Rice says Aequitas Capital has a solution.
February 12, 2015
Activists at retirees’ gate mean gains for BrookdaleBrookdale operates more than 1,100 senior living communities in 46 states.
February 12, 2015
Manulife profit slides 51% as low oil hits North America unitsThe insurer is among financial firms grappling with a world of low interest rates and plunging oil.
February 12, 2015
Senate Finance Passes 17 Tax BillsChanges to REITs, enrolled agents and small insurance companies are included in the package.
February 12, 2015
Bank of America Mixed Serious Banking and Fun SwapsThere is a widespread belief that banks shouldn't be using insured deposits to fund the creepy activities of their bond-trader and investment-banker colleagues.
February 11, 2015
Axel Merk: All Roads Lead to GoldNegative real rates, the risks of holding cash and coming market instability are among the factors suggesting an increased allocation to the precious metal.