Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Too Many Pills for Aging Patients (New York Times)
By Staff WriterPanel of 11 experts update set of guidelines used to minimize medication reaction problems in the elderly.
April 18, 2012
Primerica to Repurchase Shares Held by Warburg PincusPrimerica Inc. announced that it has entered into a repurchase agreement with Warburg Pincus Equity X, L.P. and Warburg Pincus X Partners, L.P.
April 17, 2012
Natixis Expands Operations in Alternative InvestmentsNatixis Global Asset Management's team of analysts will total 24 members by May, says Dave Giunta, president and CEO of NGAM U.S. Distribution.
April 16, 2012
SEC Charges OptionsXpress in Naked Short Selling SchemeThe SEC on Monday charged the Schwab-owned online options firm optionsXpress, as well as four officials at the firm and a customer, in an alleged abusive naked short selling scheme.
April 16, 2012
Morgan Keegan Fined for Pension Investment KickbacksThe EBSA announced Monday that it had fined Morgan Keegan $634,000 for violating its fiduciary obligations to 10 pension plans.
April 16, 2012
The Real Oil Shock (New York Times)Americans say high fuel costs cause them financial hardship, but their spending habits don't show it.
April 16, 2012
Online Art Transactions Gain MomentumExperts say its best to stick with reputable galleries and websites to mitigate the possible risks involved.
April 14, 2012
3 Steps to Protect Your Clients’ Fine Wine CollectionsFine wines are a truly liquid asset but unlike a bond or stock portfolio, a fine wine collection is subject to much more than market risk. Here's how to manage wine's unique risks.