Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
5 Market Predictions From Big Investors for 2016
By Emily ZulzNatixis surveyed institutional investors around the globe on their year-ahead market outlook and asset allocation plans.
December 11, 2015
Are Precious Metals Still ‘Precious’?Here's why precious metals should not be used as "safe money" in a client's portfolio, according to Ron DeLegge.
December 11, 2015
What not to do on a cold emailHere are four blunders to avoid if you are prospecting by email.
December 11, 2015
Household wealth fell in third quarter, most in four yearsEquity values plunged in the third quarter as concerns mounted about the global economy.
December 09, 2015
Strengthening Portfolios With ‘Smarter’ Smart BetaTodays smart beta indexes are infused with heightened capabilities for potentially delivering higher risk-adjusted returns than their market-cap-weighted counterparts over the long term.
December 09, 2015
Single-Family Offices Drawn to Private EquityA new study released Thursday by iCapital Network breaks down family offices' favorite investments.
December 08, 2015
Learning From China’s Development — A Case for Active Management Within AsiaWhat lessons have we learned from investing in China, and what are the implications for the region?
December 07, 2015
Oil Falls to Six-Year Low, Energy Stocks SinkCrude drops 6%, but Goldman Sachs says it could plunge another 50% in '16.