Portfolio Construction
Keep up with the latest news on key elements for successful portfolio construction including asset allocation, asset management options and investment strategies.
S&P Lowers Rating of SPDR Bond Fund
By Michael S. FischerStandard & Poor's Ratings Services lowered its fund credit quality rating on SPDR Barclays Capital International Treasury Bond ETF
March 26, 2010
SEC to Review Use of Derivatives by FundsThe SEC isreviewing the use of derivatives by mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and other investment companies.
March 25, 2010
In Forceful Terms, Geithner Calls for Strong Financial ReformTreasury chief blasts Wall Street and weak oversight rules
March 24, 2010
Morningstar Buys Realpoint for $52 MillionCompany continues march into credit-rating business
March 24, 2010
Milevsky: Is There an Optimal Portfolio Drawdown Rate?Financial advisors wedded to a 4 percent annual withdrawal rate for their clients' retirement portfolios are likely doing their clients a grave disservice, according to...
March 24, 2010
Alternative Asset Firms Lack Protections From Identity Theft, Analysis FindsMany hedge funds and other alternative investment firms are ill-prepared to protect their investors from identity theft.
March 23, 2010
Watch List: ETFs and HealthcareMany investors in healthcare companies breathed a bit easier as the final details of the historic healthcare legislation emerged over the weekend.
March 22, 2010
House Hearing Focuses on Insurance CompaniesA House subcommittee was scheduled to hold an "educational" hearing March 18 for its members and the public.