The Covid-19 crisis had a massive impact on the financial markets. A historic growth cycle ending in 2019 was followed by record-breaking losses - in terms of wealth management, the future remains uncertain. Related: Alternative investments: There are big bucks in...
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WILL HEDGE FUNDS STILL GENERATE POSITIVE RETURNS IN TODAY’S CHOPPY FINANCIAL WATERS?
Hedge funds are a wealth management investment vehicle that pools capital from individuals (or institutions). They seek to achieve superior, positive returns (“absolute returns”) regardless of market conditions. Despite their reputation for being extremely risky,...
MICS ARE ATTRACTIVE TO THOSE INVESTORS SEEKING STEADY INCOME STREAMS BUT THEY COME WITH RISKS
When individuals need a mortgage, they usually go to their bank and select the best option offered. More savvy buyers will shop around and visit multiple banks and other institutions. However, not everyone qualifies for a loan under the guidelines that these lenders...
DIVERSIFYING A PORTFOLIO WITH ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS AND THE CANADIAN EXEMPT MARKET
Interest in alternative investments is growing as investors mix up their portfolios and increase their returns. This asset class refers to areas outside the three major “traditional” types. Those are cash, bonds, and stocks (there is a grey area regarding some mutual...