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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?

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.

Did Real Assets Provide an Inflation Hedge When Investors Needed it Most?

Real assets' first test in modern times started in 2021. Did they perform as hoped?

Passive Funds: The Secret Ingredient to Smarter Active Portfolio Management?

This post explores how passive investments complement active strategies, driving better results for clients and portfolios alike.

Balancing Innovation and Trust: Jason Hsu on Technology and the Future of the Investment Industry

Our Conversations with Frank Fabozzi, CFA series aims to bring leading experts in finance and economics into dialogue to explore critical issues shaping the industry's future.

Research and Policy Center Top 10 Articles from 2024

Discover the trends and ideas shaping the future of finance with the Research and Policy Center's Top 10 List.

Top 10 Posts from 2024: Private Markets, Stocks for the Long Run, Cap Rates, and Howard Marks

Discover the most-read financial insights of 2024, covering a range of topics including private markets, investment risks, and generational wealth. These popular articles showcase key trends and expert perspectives that captivated readers this year.

The Endowment Syndrome: Why Elite Funds Are Falling Behind

Endowments have long been considered elite investors, but outdated strategies and skyrocketing costs are eroding their edge