Hedge Funds
The latest hedge funds news to help advisors understand how these alternative investments can help boost portfolio returns and reduce risk.
Prudential, MetLife heads respond to disappointing earnings
By Arthur D. PostalMetLife has attributed its poor first-quarter profits to hedge fund investments. Other industry leaders agree the quarter was "challenging."
May 03, 2016
When sentiment conflicts with investing realityThe Internet has created an environment for interesting, persuasive (and ofte costly) financial commentary.
May 02, 2016
Buffett says hedge funds get 'unbelievable' fees for bad resultsTheres been far, far, far more money made by people in Wall Street through salesmanship abilities than through investment abilities, Buffett said.
April 29, 2016
Hedge Funds Bleed Assets in First QuarterMore investors plan to reduce rather than increase allocations in 2016, Preqin reports.
April 12, 2016
Hedge Funds Post Strong Gains in March, Led by Emerging Market FundsThe HFRI Fund Weighted Composite Index posted its strongest gain in more than a year, rising 1.8%.
April 11, 2016
Advisors: Be Careful What Funds You ChooseHere's why advisors should be leery of mutual funds heavily invested in a single security, according to Ron DeLegge.
April 06, 2016
Biggest banks to face tougher debt limits to end too-big-to failBasel considers raising minimum capital or requiring buffer, and is seeking feedback on ways to meet new requirements.
April 01, 2016
Chicago's rating cut by Fitch after pension overhaul dashedFitch's downgrade follows a decision by Illinois' top court striking down Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuels pension plan.