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Alternative Investments


Big Funds, Small Gains: Rethinking the Endowment Playbook

Endowments heavily invested in alternatives are falling well behind low-cost indexed portfolios.

Top 10 Posts from Q1: Valuation Models, Inflationary Shocks, Private Markets

This quarter's top reads reveal what's capturing the attention of investment professionals.

Private Equity and Private Debt: Two Sides of the Same Coin

Explore how the growing convergence of private equity and private debt is transforming risk dynamics, return strategies, and regulatory concerns across the private capital landscape.

Book Review: Themes in Alternative Investments

This book highlights a cross-section of issues relevant to the current state of alternative investments.

The Alternative View: 401(k) Plans Are Better off Without Private Investments

The debate over the inclusion of private investments in 401(k) plans is a hot topic. Are DC plans better off without them?

6 Reasons to Avoid Hedge Funds

Financial success depends on disciplined saving and investing, not fancy investment products and high returns.

How Do Shareholder Loans and Intangible Assets Impact PE Financials?

Investment professionals must carefully consider how shareholder loans and intangible assets influence financial ratios, as these factors materially shape the post-buyout financial landscape.

Beyond the Marketing Pitch: Understanding Hedge Fund Risks and Returns

Hedge funds can serve as legitimate diversifiers, but blind allocation is risky. Traditional risk measures like standard deviation and correlation don’t always capture the full picture.

Decoding PE Buyouts: The Full Financial Picture is in the Consolidated Accounts

As the PE landscape evolves, investment professionals must understand how to correctly capture the full picture of a portfolio company’s performance.

Women and Finance: How Embracing Risk Can Unlock Greater Success

The key to embracing risk? Balance prudence with action, preparation with confidence, and strategy with boldness.