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Big asset managers silent over ESG backlash
ESG MAY 02, 2024
Big asset managers silent over ESG backlash

Regulatory uncertainty, performance, and politicization has discouraged some advisors and fund shops.

Bond mutual funds rake in $108B to snap two-year flows drought
ETFS MAY 01, 2024
Bond mutual funds rake in $108B to snap two-year flows drought

The script has flipped in fixed income as figures show ETFs lagging mutual fund flows, with the bulk going to active bond funds.

DC plans aren’t diving into the private markets
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAY 01, 2024
DC plans aren’t diving into the private markets

Despite the popularity of private credit and PE, Cerulli research finds obstacles blocking their wider adoption in 401(k) retirement plans.

Alti Global taps tech VC vet for new private-market strategy
ALTERNATIVES MAY 01, 2024
Alti Global taps tech VC vet for new private-market strategy

The multibillion-dollar alts platform’s new fund offers exposure to high-potential private tech companies across the US, Europe and Asia.

Lack of progress on inflation forces hawkish Fed hold
FIXED INCOME MAY 01, 2024
Lack of progress on inflation forces hawkish Fed hold

Policymakers at the US central bank raise fresh concerns around price pressures.

As home prices climb again, it’s cheaper to rent in the largest metros
ALTERNATIVES MAY 01, 2024
As home prices climb again, it’s cheaper to rent in the largest metros

Buying a home remains an aspiration but perhaps the time isn’t right?

"Cold April" shows muni bonds not immune to Fed talk
FIXED INCOME APR 30, 2024
"Cold April" shows muni bonds not immune to Fed talk

Investors’ doused sentiment around rate cuts leaks into market for munis, which posted their worst record since September.

Macro-proof tech trade smashes ETF records
ETFS APR 30, 2024
Macro-proof tech trade smashes ETF records

Tech ETFs have hoovered up some $9B so far this year as investors embrace the idea of megacaps’ endurance through economic cycles.

Unwanted crypto gifts a headache for bitcoin ETF firms
ALTERNATIVES APR 29, 2024
Unwanted crypto gifts a headache for bitcoin ETF firms

Handcuffed by regulation, crypto ETF issuers are stuck with virtual assets that inadvertently made their way into their wallets.

Gold in flux as investors await Fed meeting
ALTERNATIVES APR 29, 2024
Gold in flux as investors await Fed meeting

Following a 13 percent advance this year, the price of the yellow metal wavered as traders weigh the odds of harmful rate hikes.

Despite doubts on retail, private market allocations primed for growth
ALTERNATIVES APR 29, 2024
Despite doubts on retail, private market allocations primed for growth

State Street report points to continuing shift in portfolios as infrastructure and private debt appetite proves robust among investors.

Blackstone makes more real estate moves
ALTERNATIVES APR 26, 2024
Blackstone makes more real estate moves

"Interest rates aren’t going down anytime soon," said James Corl of Cohen & Steers.

Derivative income funds taking off as indexes won't back off
ETFS APR 24, 2024
Derivative income funds taking off as indexes won't back off

Derivative income funds totaled more than $84.6 billion in assets in March, up from $53.6 billion the prior year and $5.1 billion a decade ago.

Concord ups the ante on Hipgnosis takeover battle
ALTERNATIVES APR 24, 2024
Concord ups the ante on Hipgnosis takeover battle

The music rights investor increased its bid to own the London-listed company’s enviable library of songs from iconic acts.

Future Proof unveils plans for Miami event
ALTERNATIVES APR 24, 2024
Future Proof unveils plans for Miami event

The Future Proof Citywide Event next year will assemble over 2,500 stakeholders across the wealth, alternatives, and fintech spaces.

RIA calls bias against Bitcoin unfounded, outdated
ALTERNATIVES APR 23, 2024
RIA calls bias against Bitcoin unfounded, outdated

"They don't understand how Bitcoin has an enhanced Sharpe ratio and benefits overall volatility in a portfolio."

Morgan Stanley’s Wilson gives strong S&P calls a rest
EQUITIES APR 23, 2024
Morgan Stanley’s Wilson gives strong S&P calls a rest

Renowned investment strategist is ‘keeping an open mind’ as markets face a pivotal moment.

Cathie Wood’s ARK funds are leaking billions of dollars
ETFS APR 23, 2024
Cathie Wood’s ARK funds are leaking billions of dollars

2024 outflows from her active strategies have totaled $2.2B so far, eclipsing redemptions from disappointed investors last year.

Alts platform CAIS secures another partnership
ALTERNATIVES APR 23, 2024
Alts platform CAIS secures another partnership

The leading alternative investments provider is helping Captrust, the $800B wealth juggernaut, provide a better experience for advisors.

Tesla soars as Musk’s cheaper EVs calm fears over strategy
EQUITIES APR 23, 2024
Tesla soars as Musk’s cheaper EVs calm fears over strategy

EV stock rebounds after suffering longest rout since late 2022.