Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Roth on New Role at Realty Cap: ‘All About Opportunity’
By Janet LevauxThe former head of AIG's Advisor Group says RCS is looking to build "a full-scale financial services model in the alternatives space."
September 08, 2013
Low Volatility: Durable Investment Theme or Passing Fad?Low-volatility strategies have attracted plenty of assets and shown good performance, but is the theme sustainable? If so, how should you evaluate those strategies?
September 04, 2013
15 Best & Worst TDFs for 2015 RetireesHere are the 15 best- and worst-performing funds with a target date of 2015, according to the Center for Due Diligence.
September 04, 2013
REIT Restitution, Round 2: 5 Indie BDs Pay Another $10.7M in MassachusettsWilliam Galvin's crackdown expands beyond non-traded REITs.
September 04, 2013
New Hire Roundup: CFPB Names Antonakes Deputy DirectorJustin Frys became a branch manager for Zeigler in Minnesota, and Chad Parks joined Beacon Research as sales director.
September 04, 2013
3 Self-Directed IRA Rules You Should KnowIn the wake of the financial crisis, which left many Americans with a devastated nest egg, investors are looking for new and innovative ways to save for retirement. Self-directed IRAs are becoming more popular because they offer a new solution to retirement savers.
September 03, 2013
Roubini: 6 Reasons BRICS Are Taking a BeatingWhy have many emerging economies suddenly turned sour?
September 03, 2013
Mark Mobius: ‘Rupee Rout’ Close to BottomThe Indian rupees free-fall continued on Tuesday, now down 22% against the dollar since January.