Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Asset, Wealth Firms to Hire and Raise Pay in 2011: Russell Reynolds
By Joyce HansonHiring in the asset and wealth management industry rebounded in 2010 after two years of contraction, and salaries in the United States are set to show modest gains in 2011 a Russell Reynolds report shows.
November 11, 2010
Managed Futures and Commodities Are Not the SameDespite the commodity nomenclature, managed futures should generally not be considered an exposure to commodities.
November 10, 2010
Equity Risk Partners Teams with Lipscomb & CatheyTwo benefits firms are joining forces to serve private equity firms - and private equity firm portfolio companies - in Texas.
November 10, 2010
Putnam Panel Touts Absolute Return as Answer to UncertaintyA line-up of absolute-return fund experts spoke Tuesday before a group of more than 100 advisors from large and small asset management firms to persuade them that now is a good time to invest in the relatively new and risk-focused asset class.
November 10, 2010
Socially Responsible Investing Rose During DownturnSRI assets grew during the economic downturn by a rate of 13%, from $2.71 trillion to $3.07 trillion, while overall assets just increased by 1%, according to a new report from the Social Investment Forum.
November 09, 2010
LPL Financial Sets IPO Date for Nov. 17, Report SaysAfter filing its Form S-1 last week, LPL Financial, the largest independent broker-dealer, could make its public debut next week.
November 09, 2010
Due Diligence Remains EssentialAs states begin regulating hedge funds in 2011, don't assume 'registered' equals 'safe.'
November 05, 2010
Very Alternative InvestmentsPrivate real estate investing can offer high income in a market environment of paltry yields