May 10, 2016 The Upside and Downside of Market Capture with Alternatives by Richard Brink Over the long run, alternative investments have outpaced traditional 60/40 stock/bond portfolios with lower volatility. What’s the secret? Gaining more in up markets than they lose in down markets. Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
March 28, 2016 Considering Alternative Investments? First, Know What You Want by Richard Brink Alternative investments have an impressive long-term track record, but different strategies can perform in different ways—especially when markets are volatile. It’s critical to know what you want from an alternative strategy before you buy. Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
March 17, 2016 Debunking Five Myths About Infrastructure Debt by Gerry Jennings Opportunities are opening up for infrastructure funding, but some aspects of the asset class remain poorly understood. We address some of the key misconceptions. Alternatives, Fixed Income Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
February 29, 2016 Can Policy Evolution Be a Shot in the Arm for Hedge Funds? by Marc Gamsin, Jeff M. Bennett Hedge fund returns lagged during the multiyear rally in US equities, as capital markets rode a wave of unprecedented monetary easing. But the impact of policy changes could mean changing fortunes for alternatives. Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
February 01, 2016 Thoughts on the Alternative Investing Landscape in 2016 by Marc Gamsin, Greg Outcalt, Greg Outcalt As 2016 gets under way, investors need to guard against short-term volatility spikes and contagion risks from factors including geopolitical turmoil and pressure on oil prices. How is the environment impacting the risk/return characteristics of various hedge fund strategies? Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
January 05, 2016 How Are Your Alternative Investments Wired? by Richard Brink Alternative strategies can be programmed to deliver a dizzying variety of return patterns. To cut through the clutter, investors can start by understanding the settings a manager uses. Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
November 16, 2015 Not All CCCs Are Created Equal by Michael S. Canter, Matthew D. Bass CCC-rated residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) and CCC-rated corporate bonds have captured investors’ attention in recent years. But why do we think one is investment worthy, while arguing that the other should largely be avoided? Alternatives, Fixed Income Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
October 19, 2015 Four Takeaways on Alternative Opportunities Today by Marc Gamsin, Greg Outcalt, Greg Outcalt Dispersion among asset classes and individual stocks and bonds will likely increase, and that’s only one trend reshaping the landscape and redefining alternative investing opportunities. Here are four things investors should consider. Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
October 13, 2015 Eyeing Up the Infrastructure Investment Opportunity by Gerry Jennings There’s intense demand for capital to build and modernize the world’s infrastructure. That’s good news for investors, but accessing the opportunities isn’t a straightforward proposition. Alternatives, Fixed Income Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
September 29, 2015 Choose Wisely: Six Tips for Selecting Alternative Managers by Marc Gamsin, Greg Outcalt, Greg Outcalt Alternative investments have delivered over the long term, but individual strategies can be as different as the day is long. We have some ideas on how to cut through the clutter. Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
August 05, 2015 Do Your Alternative Investments Have the Right Fit? by Richard Brink, Christine Johnson Investors who chose alternatives for downside protection in recent years have been frustrated with their performance. We think the problems were an unfavorable market environment and the unique challenges of manager selection for alternatives. Alternatives Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
August 03, 2015 Mortgages: Don’t Be Fooled by the Averages by Michael S. Canter, Matthew D. Bass US mortgages today have little in common with the risky loans made before the housing crisis. But some market participants aren’t treating them all that differently. We think that’s a mistake—and an opportunity. Alternatives, Fixed Income Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks
June 29, 2015 Looking for Income in All the Right Places by Morgan Harting, Martin Atkin Investors and advisors know they can’t depend solely on the old standbys—bonds, high-dividend stocks and cash—to produce income today, and they’re ready to try a new approach. But which one? Alternatives, Multi-Asset Likes 0 SHARE Bookmarks