Ackman needs to do a lot of work to justify the valuation of Pershing Square.
Despite alternating fears about overheating and recession, it appears that the U.S. labor market remains on a soft-landing path.
Increasing diversification reduces portfolio volatility and usually increases portfolio returns.
Even at more than 5.25%, the central bank's short-term interest-rate target might not be high enough to cool the economy.
After an incredible 15 years for U.S. public and private equities, investors shouldn't count on history repeating.
The economy has been largely unresponsive to Fed policy moves, but that doesn't mean the U.S. will be permanently rate-insensitive.
The push to fundraise from wealthy individuals is turning managers into high-end concierge services.
First quarter earnings growth rates were stronger than anticipated.
The high-for-long mantra recently adopted by U.S. central bank policymakers raises threats for the economy and financial stability.
Now is the time for advisors to begin helping clients invest in distressed debt.
Commodity sales and demographics have helped these countries outperform even emerging markets.
The post-pandemic economy is treating people very differently, creating a headache for central bankers.
Yes, public markets are risky, but at least they are transparent.
A small and secretive corner of the exchange-traded fund business may be key to reversing the fortunes of traditional asset managers.
Commercial real estate continues to face headwinds in a post-Covid-19 world.
As evidenced by S&P's SPIVA reports, actively managed equity mutual funds persistently underperform.
If borrowing costs remain elevated, there will be greater downside risk for investments. But it's not all bad.
The LPL Research Strategic and Tactical Asset Allocation Committee maintains its positive view on preferreds.
The financial and energy sectors are typically the top-performing sectors during long pauses.
Commercial real estate has broad characteristics that should be attractive to both institutional and individual investors.