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MassMutual and iCapital unveil expanded alts platform
ALTERNATIVES MAY 09, 2024
MassMutual and iCapital unveil expanded alts platform

The firms have teamed up to build a centralized tech platform for advisors to access alternatives, structured notes, and annuities.

By Leo Almazora
Blackstone REIT in media cross hairs over valuation
ALTERNATIVES MAY 08, 2024
Blackstone REIT in media cross hairs over valuation

Sketchy math dogs private market investments sold to retail investors.

By Bruce Kelly
First Citizens Wealth boosts private investments for HNW clients
ALTERNATIVES MAY 08, 2024
First Citizens Wealth boosts private investments for HNW clients

The North Carolina-based wealth firm is expanding its private equity, private debt, private real estate options for qualified individuals and institutions.

By Leo Almazora
Cracks are showing in private credit, says Moody’s
ALTERNATIVES MAY 07, 2024
Cracks are showing in private credit, says Moody’s

The ratings agency sees a potential reckoning as “realities of higher interest rates” erode credit quality and create performance challenges.

By Bloomberg
Private credit is growing as a financing option, outperforming for investors
ALTERNATIVES MAY 07, 2024
Private credit is growing as a financing option, outperforming for investors

American Investment Council says the market continues to expand.

By Steve Randall
Goldman bolsters alts commitment with new lending solution
RIA NEWS MAY 06, 2024
Goldman bolsters alts commitment with new lending solution

Extended to eligible RIA clients, the new offering takes the staid practice of securities lending to the alternative investment space.

By Leo Almazora
iCapital unveils model portfolios for alts-focused advisors
ALTERNATIVES MAY 06, 2024
iCapital unveils model portfolios for alts-focused advisors

The leading alternative investments provider is rolling out a suite of asset-allocation strategies across private equity, private credit, and real assets.

By Leo Almazora
Robinhood’s crypto business under fire after SEC warning
ALTERNATIVES MAY 06, 2024
Robinhood’s crypto business under fire after SEC warning

The stock trading platform is facing an enforcement action as the federal regulator continues to crack down on digital assets.

By Bloomberg
Spurs co-owner Sixth Street laying ground for debut sports fund
ALTERNATIVES MAY 03, 2024
Spurs co-owner Sixth Street laying ground for debut sports fund

The San Francisco-based investment firm and NBA team stakeholder is reportedly in talks to raise its first vehicle for sports teams and leagues.

By Bloomberg
Hedge funds are making a run for safety, says Goldman
ALTERNATIVES MAY 02, 2024
Hedge funds are making a run for safety, says Goldman

Portfolio positioning data show a shift toward defensive stocks as investing pros turn skittish on rate uncertainty.

By Bloomberg
Barred Texas broker sold GPB fund without a license: SEC
ALTERNATIVES MAY 02, 2024
Barred Texas broker sold GPB fund without a license: SEC

"The only way to really address recidivism is through bringing criminal cases," one attorney said.

By Bruce Kelly
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.

By Leo Almazora
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.

By Leo Almazora
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?

By Steve Randall
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.

By Leo Almazora
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.

By Bloomberg
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.

By Leo Almazora
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.

By Bruce Kelly
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.

By Bloomberg
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.

By Leo Almazora