Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
KKR Wants Annuity Arm to Double Its Sales
By Allison BellOne expansion target is fixed annuities with longer surrender charge periods.
February 01, 2024
U.S. Office Price Slump May Be Bottoming Out: Fitch AnalystRobert Vrchota sees firmer prices leading to the formation of distressed property funds.
January 29, 2024
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Are on a Rough Trail. Life and Annuities Were ThereThrough the centuries, many monetary innovations have cycled through ups and downs. Cryptocurrency is just the latest.
January 26, 2024
12 Most Expensive U.S. Cities for Those Earning $100,000How far six figures goes varies widely depending on taxes and basic living expenses, GOBankingRates research found.
January 25, 2024
Debate: Does the Approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs Help the Average Investor?Our experts debate whether the new funds increase or decrease the risks around bitcoin investing.
January 24, 2024
A Thank-You Note to Gary Gensler? You Bet.I'm sure the SEC chairman and I aren't done arguing, but the spot bitcoin ETFs' approval deserves applause.
January 23, 2024
Is Crypto More Mainstream Than Annuities?Consumers are also more likely to have alternative investments than index funds, a New York Life survey found.
January 23, 2024
11 'Up-and-Coming' Investment Strategies to Watch: MorningstarMorningstar believes these fund managers and strategies may offer "enduring advantages and long-term appeal."