Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
How Do Art Returns Compare to the S&P?
By Ed McCarthy, CFP, RICPTo produce a healthy gain from an art sale, investors need to learn the ins and outs of the art market, experts say.
April 12, 2013
Hedge Fund Manager Paulson to Start Fund for Tax ReductionIn an era of increasing debate over income inequality, Occupy Wall Street and higher taxes for the wealthy, some are critical of John Paulsons latest move.
April 08, 2013
Crowdfunding Volumes Explode, Heading to $5B in 2013Crowdfunding platforms raised $2.7 billion globally in 2012 and could exceed $5 billion by year end, according to a report released Monday.
April 04, 2013
A Development Bank Built by and for the BRICSA bank run by a force other than the U.S. and Europe could change things drastically for developing nationsif it lives up to its stated purpose.
April 04, 2013
Hedge Fund Workers’ Shameful Secret: RulebreakingMany hedge fund professionals say they've not only seen misconduct in their own firms, but feel pressured to break the law.
April 02, 2013
Top 10 Richest Colleges for 2012—The Biggest EndowmentsAfter a big year in 2011, these 10 colleges funds rose at a much slower rate last year.
April 01, 2013
Debating Hedge Fund Myths: ‘The Most Expensive Bargain in Town?’One of the most common complaints about hedge funds and alternative investments is that their fees are too high, but understand what you're buying before casting stones.
April 01, 2013
Digging DeepCoal companies continue to generate solid earnings results and attractive yields.