Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Prime time for private equity-backed insurance brokers
By Warren S. HerschM&A activity through November 2015 has produced the most transactions in the history of the insurance distribution space.
December 29, 2015
Alternative Investments Are Sneaking Into DC PlansAdoption of alternative investments in DC plans has lagged DB plans, but that's beginning to change, despite plan sponsors' reluctance.
December 28, 2015
Dollar Will Still Reign Supreme in 2016Why 2016 could be the year that the dollar reaches parity with the euro.
December 28, 2015
Putting All of Your “Alts” in One Basket?On a recent trip to Costco, I was reminded of the benefits of one-stop shopping.
December 28, 2015
Don't Drop Alt ETFs in the New YearThere is a well-known adage in investing that investors often sell what they are just about to need.
December 28, 2015
Looking Back, Facing ForwardThe last 12 months have brought an interesting mix of market and economic news. We were in a wait-and-see mode when it comes to a change in interest rates.…
December 28, 2015
The Growing Influence of Impact InvestingThe industry is catching on to investors' interest in and willingness to pay for products that align their investment goals and personal values.
December 28, 2015
Oil Falls From Three-Week High as Iran Says Exports ‘Priority’Why oil prices are poised to move even lower