Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Madison Dearborn Rebuys NFP Wealth Business From Aon for $2.7B
By John ManganaroThe private equity firm is acquiring Wealthspire Advisors, Fiducient Advisors, Newport Private Wealth and related platforms.
August 27, 2025
10 Most Expensive U.S. Cities to Buy a Luxury HomeFrenetic homebuying during the pandemic accelerated price growth across all tiers, Redfin research finds.
August 26, 2025
7 Cities Where a Luxury Home Costs Less Than $1MIn early 2025, the U.S. mean luxury home sale price was $1,348,065 — up 88% from 2015, Redfin finds.
August 25, 2025
Access to Private Assets Could Boost 401(k) Contributions: ReportThe Schroders Retirement Survey examines savers’ views and expectations about alternative investments.
August 20, 2025
How 401(k) Millionaires Fit Into the Accredited Investor ClassThese investors should get access to sophisticated investments, a new report by David Blanchett and others argues.
August 17, 2025
23 College Towns Where Buying a Home Is Cheaper Than Campus HousingA Mortgage Research Network analysis finds that homeownership beats the price of room and board at some schools.
August 14, 2025
DOL Lifts Warning on Alts in 401(k)sThe move follows Trump’s executive order that paved the way for alternative assets to be included in retirement plans.
August 12, 2025
SEC’s Peirce Says Market Will Sort Out Winners in TokenizationBut some groups have recently called for a cautious and deliberate approach on tokenization.