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The ‘big misconception’ about insurance-linked securities

It’s possible to get equity-like returns from insurance-linked securities with much lower volatility. But a supposed asymmetry of information in the market keeps investors from allocating.

Staff Writer | 18th Mar 2024 | More
How to spread your allocation wings beyond traditional and into alternatives

Diving into alternative investments can be a daunting prospect, but a rewarding one for advisers looking to supplement their growth sleeve and add fresh diversifiers. A panel discussed some tips for those starting out on their alts journey.

Staff Writer | 11th Mar 2024 | More
  • Time to look past the perceived risks in private equity: Federation

    Advisers may be holding back from private equity investment because they have an exaggerated view on the liquidity risks involved, but providers offer more liquidity now than ever, and smart advisers are capitalising on this.

    Staff Writer | 11th Mar 2024 | More
    Don’t wait for a recession to get into ‘misunderstood’ distressed debt

    You don’t need the world to end to start investing in stressed and distressed debt, according to RBC BlueBay, but it helps. And what looks to be a multi-year uptick in defaults is creating plenty of opportunities.

    Staff Writer | 11th Mar 2024 | More
  • The leaderboard: Top 5 growth alternative managed funds

    Atchison Consultants weighs up the three-year performance of five top ranked managed funds in the growth subset of the increasingly in-demand alternatives sector.

    Will Arnost | 21st Dec 2023 | More
    Defensive ‘alt stars’: 5 funds outperforming over 3 years

    In this column we take a closer look at the best performing funds in some of the most popular asset classes, with the aim of providing insight and support for those seeking to build more resilient portfolios. This week, we take a closer look at liquid alternatives.

    Will Arnost | 12th Dec 2023 | More
    Catalyst will correct ‘expensive’ markets at some point: Atrium

    A recalibration of dislocated markets is inevitable, according to Atrium’s Glen Foster, and the landing may not be a soft one. This presents an opportunity for investment teams that are prepared for a range of outcomes.

    Tahn Sharpe | 6th Dec 2023 | More
    The ‘sweet spot’ for commercial real estate debt in client portfolios

    For capital allocators concerned about exposing their clients to too much risk in real estate debt, specialists say asset discernment and due diligence are key to protecting investments in a rapidly growing sector.

    Lisa Uhlman | 6th Dec 2023 | More
    Alts research lacking, investment teams need to ‘roll up the sleeves’: Panel

    Track record is vital, but a lack of comprehensive and independent research is often forcing investment teams to do their own due diligence when it comes to alternative managers.

    Staff Writer | 4th Dec 2023 | More
  • Volatility on the Atlantic House local menu in ‘24

    “Volatility is the most persistent diversifier,” says Atlantic House Australian head Andrew Lakeman. “People are starting to realise that, as well as realising that diversity of assets in a portfolio – with different names – does not necessarily mean that you are diversified.”

    James Dunn | 4th Dec 2023 | More
    Leaders & Laggards: Magellan Global Infrastructure vs ClearBridge RARE Value Infrastructure

    In this head-to-head battle, Atchison Consultants analyst Mishan Dahia pitches Magellan and Clearbridge against each other in an infrastructure performance match up. Which one leads, and which one lags?

    Mishan Dahia | 30th Nov 2023 | More
    As correlation norms turn, liquid alternatives come to the fore

    Bonds and equities are suddenly firm friends, but this is far from the first time they’ve positively correlated. And it’s not the only reason liquid alternative investments are being brought into focus as a non-correlated diversifier, managers believe.

    Tahn Sharpe | 16th Nov 2023 | More
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