Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Current Regulations Give Banks No Downside
By Ben WarwickEver wonder how private equity shops can generate such impressive internal rates of return?
January 14, 2011
What $100 Oil Means for InvestorsSupply and demand should eventually bring down today’s sky-high oil prices
January 14, 2011
Big Dividends and Momentum: BDCs Offer BothBusiness development companies (BDCs) represent a unique sector of the market.
January 14, 2011
To Rein In Inflation, China Tightens Reserve RequirementsIn a continuing effort to reduce inflation and keep market bubbles from forming, China’s central bank on Friday raised required reserves for lenders for the fourth time in a bit over two months.
January 12, 2011
Rockefeller Financial Reports on Opportunity in AsiaSubstantial report is a worthwhile read for those looking at investing in Asia.
January 11, 2011
America’s Top Mutual Fund ManagersSmart Money magazine lists the best managers in each of four major categories.
January 07, 2011
Facebook Appears on Track for IPO in 2012Social networking company forced to begin disclosing reams of financial information.
January 07, 2011
Aluminum, Commodities Star in New Funds From Global X, Van EckA new exchange-traded fund (ETF) that is globally focused on aluminum took its place in the investment world on Wednesday, joining a new index-based commodity fund that launched on Monday.