Recent market volatility just the beginning?
Volatility spiked this week as macro questions came to the fore. If history is any guide, volatility could remain elevated as the election heats up.
A challenged 60/40 highlights the need for alts
The 60/40 may have thrived in the past, but today, alternative investments appear better-positioned across these four key metrics.
Cash left behind amid rapid market rotation?
Money market fund AUM is rising, even as yields decline, setting up an environment where investors could be subject to significant opportunity cost.
As advisors redeploy cash, alternatives are in focus
Advisors expect to reduce their clients’ cash allocations this year. Alternatives, multi-asset and real asset investments are among the major beneficiaries.
Flat returns for core fixed income over five years
The Agg’s returns are flat since April 2019. Persistent inflation amid firm growth provides a challenging outlook for core fixed income.
Private and public company earnings taking divergent paths
This week’s chart looks at a shifting opportunity set as the private middle market shines while small cap company earnings remain challenged.