Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Hedge funds maintain positive growth
By Warren S. HerschA report reveals that hedge funds returned an average of 5.7 percent though the first nine months of 2013.
October 07, 2013
The Benefits of Tactical Rotation in Any Market: Braver’s D’AmicoA big issue is the way investment solutions have changed and evolved over the past 10, 15 and 20 years.
October 07, 2013
Lawsky bars hedge fund giant from insurance businessPhilip A. Falcone cannot exercise direct or indirect control over Fidelity & Guaranty Life or any other New York-licensed insurer for seven years.
October 07, 2013
Alternative Mutual Fund Assets to Reach 14% in 10 Years: CerulliIts well-known that allocations to alternatives are growing at startling rates, but putting numbers to the inflows make them all the more startling.
October 04, 2013
Step Aside, Bill Gross: In Search of the New ETF Rock StarsWhile pundits agree that PIMCO's Gross is the biggest rock star in fixed income, they say smart beta equity ETFs are what's next.
October 04, 2013
Audit Faults EBSA for Inadequate OversightThe Office of Inspector General concluded the agency is not providing enough oversight of ERISA retirement plans that invest in alternative investments.
October 03, 2013
Cerulli: Institutional Market to Grow to $19 Trillion in 5 Years30% rise fueled by DB to DC migration, research firm says.
October 03, 2013
3 Major Portfolio Risks and How Liquid Alts Can HelpA portfolio is like a tall building, says Ben Warwick, and without sway it may collapse.