Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Hedge Funds Stable in August
By Danielle AndrusData from the EDHEC-Risk Institute on Monday found hedge funds remained stable in August, despite market turmoil.
September 17, 2010
Deloitte Hosts Global Regulatory Impact WebinarAdvisors wondering about the impact that global regulation may have on their businesses, and whether they will need to register as private fund advisors, were the focus of a webinarheld on Friday by consulting firm Deloitte & Touche LLP.
September 17, 2010
MFS Adds New 2050 Target Date Mutual Fund to LineMFS has added to its Lifetime target date mutual fund series with a new entry: the MFS Lifetime 2050 Fund (MFFSX).
September 17, 2010
Gold, Silver Futures Hitting New HighsKey gold and silver ETFs (like GLD and SLV) though, traded slightly lower Friday on above-average volume.
September 16, 2010
American Equity Announces Note OfferingAn indexed annuity player will be offering $150 million in debt securities.
September 16, 2010
Six tips to keep your direct mail out of the trashWith direct mail costs on the rise, businesses need to be sure their messages are noticed, and they're reaching the right contacts. Check out these tips from Greg Brown, marketing director of Melissa Data.
September 16, 2010
Top Advisor Scandals of the WeekWe begin overseas in South Africa, where alleged swindler Barry Tannenbaum's $1.8 billion Ponzi scheme now has some of its victims in trouble as well.
September 16, 2010
Networking: Making the RoundsWho you get to know could make or break your business