Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
BofA Merrill Lynch Survey: Fund Managers Still Cautious, but Less Bearish
By Janet LevauxBearish sentiment about the outlook for the global economy and corporate earnings has eased, according to the BofA Merrill Lynch Survey of Fund Managers conducted in early August.
August 18, 2010
Elliott Wave Forecast From Crash-Predictor Prechter Goes ViralBuzz about the Elliott Wave went viral over the last week as media groups and bloggers talked about Robert Prechter's forecast for U.S. stocks.
August 17, 2010
Geithner Blasts Fannie and Freddie's 'Short-Term' Strategies That Led to CrisisIn prepared remarks on Tuesday, August 17, Geithner accused Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac of reckless strategies enacted to "maximize short-term returns to shareholders and senior management."
August 13, 2010
News Analysis: Fed Seems to Have Downgraded Last Month's UncertaintyAdvisors fearing steep declines might seek relief in commodity trends fund.
August 12, 2010
Morningstar Fund Flows for July Show Investors Shunning U.S. StocksInvestors continue to shun U.S. stocks and are increasingly putting their money into funds that feature bonds, commodities, and alternative investments, according to the latest research from Morningstar.
August 11, 2010
SAM Study: Global Water Market Growing at 6.2% Rate AnnuallyThe global water market, which is estimated at $480 billion for 2010, is expected to grow at an annual rate of 6.2% over the next five years, according to a study published on Monday, August 9, by SAM, the Zurich-based investment boutique firm.
August 09, 2010
Mercer Launches New Research Series on Equity and Bond MarketsTwo new series of "Perspectives" have been launched by consulting firm Mercer, one issued by its equity boutique and the other by its bond boutique.
August 09, 2010
Eisner Survey Finds Private Equity Activity Is Picking UpA survey of private equity executives released by Eisner LLP on Friday, August 6, suggests that market activity is improving.