Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
SEC Crowdfunding Rules May Be ‘Too Restrictive’: Acting Chair
By Melanie WaddellMore than 160 U.S. deals have been initiated since Regulation CF kicked in last May, according to acting SEC Chairman Michael Piwowar.
February 24, 2017
Gold Has Rallied to a 3 1/2-Month High; What Happens Next?Geopolitics, Fed rate policy, the direction of the dollar and Trump's economic plans could play key roles in the direction of gold prices.
February 23, 2017
Buffer Annuities: The Good, the Bad, the UglyThis cross between an indexed annuity and a variable annuity has gained attention in the investment worldand not all of it positive.
February 22, 2017
BD Must Repay Tribe $3.4M, Pay $750K FINRA FineAn advisor that sold $190 million in nontraded REITs and BDCs has yet to resolve charges with the regulator.
February 17, 2017
FINRA Panel Says UBS Must Pay $9M to Puerto Rican Muni InvestorThe arbitration ruling comes just one month after an $18 million ruling, with more decisions expected.
February 17, 2017
Is It Time to Toast or Roast Rising Wine Prices?Wine analysts share their views on what is driving higher prices.
February 15, 2017
Advisors Expect Politics to Drive Volatility in 2017: Atomix SurveyDespite volatility concerns, 56% of advisors surveyed are feeling bullish about the year ahead.
February 14, 2017
Texas Securities Firm Expelled, Fined $24.6M Over Fraudulent Energy Deals'Wildcat and other investments reaped Red River and its CEO some $3.6 million, but investors lost most of their money.