Economy & Markets
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Global Hedge Fund Assets Reach Record $2.1 Trillion in Q1
By Michael S. FischerGlobal hedge fund AUM hit a record high of $2.1 trillion in the first quarter, according to Eurekahedge, an alternative assets research firm.
April 24, 2014
The glide path debate consideredThe notion that an older client should gradually move out of equities has come under fire recently.
April 24, 2014
The glide path debate consideredThe notion that an older client should gradually move out of equities has come under fire recently.
April 24, 2014
Investors exit ETFs on weakening rally concernsSo far in 2014, investors have withdrawn $682.5 million from exchange-traded funds tracking Canadian shares.
April 24, 2014
Investors exit ETFs on weakening rally concernsSo far in 2014, investors have withdrawn $682.5 million from exchange-traded funds tracking Canadian shares.
April 23, 2014
El-Erian Opens Up on PIMCO Departure, GrossMeanwhile, Bill Gross is "desperately trying" to bring the focus back to business, an expert says.
April 23, 2014
TD Ameritrade Raises Profits 35%: Q1 EarningsTD Ameritrade's brokerage group has a 20% jump in revenue, as well as a 30% gain in fees and commissions.
April 23, 2014
1 in 7 new investment products tied to emerging marketsMany institutional investors are directing a significant portion of their emerging market allocations to hedge funds.