Alternative Assets

Business

Ares Management Doubles Down on Alternative Assets: From Football Clubs to Personal Care Giant

In a strategic push beyond traditional lending, Ares Management has seized operational control of a multi-club football group and orchestrated a $1.6 billion financing to create a new global personal care platform, Evermark. The moves signal the firm's aggressive expansion into high-profile, control-oriented credit opportunities.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Federated Hermes Caps 2025 with Record $903B AUM, Charts Course in Tokenization and Alternatives

The global investment manager reported robust growth in money market and equity strategies during its Q4 2025 earnings call, while detailing expansion into digital assets and the pending acquisition of real estate specialist FCP.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Blackstone Caps Record Year with $1.3 Trillion in Assets, Sees Capital Markets Thaw

The alternative investment giant reported its strongest annual results in four decades, fueled by a surge in fundraising to $240 billion. Executives pointed to early signs of a reopening in deal activity and IPO markets, setting the stage for increased asset sales in 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto's 2026 Inflection Point: Regulation and the Rise of Real-World Assets

As the digital asset market matures, two powerful forces—comprehensive U.S. regulation and a pivot toward tokenized stable assets—are poised to redefine the trading landscape by 2026, potentially attracting a new wave of capital while curbing volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

OneSeven Bolsters Leadership Amid Rapid Growth, Nears $9 Billion in Assets

The Cleveland-based RIA platform has appointed three senior executives as its assets under management soar, positioning the firm for its ambitious target of $20 billion by 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LPL Financial Hits Record $2.4 Trillion in Assets, Fueled by Commonwealth Acquisition and Strong Advisor Retention

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (LPLA) reported robust fourth-quarter results, reaching a milestone $2.4 trillion in advisory and brokerage assets. Adjusted earnings per share grew 23%, driven by strategic execution and the integration of Commonwealth Financial.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

BlackRock's Private Markets Ambition Faces Scrutiny Amid Valuation Concerns

As BlackRock expands access to private assets for wealthy clients through a new partnership, a significant markdown in one of its private credit portfolios and a new executive incentive plan are drawing investor attention to the risks and opacity inherent in the booming alternatives space.

Feb 2, 2026

FDA Rejects Aquestive's Oral Anaphylaxis Treatment, Leaving Patients Awaiting Epinephrine Alternative

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a complete response letter for Aquestive Therapeutics' oral film drug designed to treat severe allergic reactions, the company announced Monday, delaying a potential new option for millions at risk.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Sound Caution on LKQ's Growth Trajectory, Highlight Alternative Opportunities

While LKQ's stock has mirrored the broader market's gains, a deeper look at its core fundamentals reveals concerning trends in organic revenue, cash flow stability, and returns on capital, prompting some investors to seek growth elsewhere.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fulton Financial's Rally: Time to Take Profits? Analysts Flag Concerns, Suggest Alternative Play

Fulton Financial (FULT) shares have surged 16% in six months, outpacing the S&P 500. While the rally is impressive, a closer look at its fundamentals reveals potential headwinds in revenue growth, profitability, and book value expansion, prompting some analysts to suggest investors consider rotating capital elsewhere.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Himax Stock Under Pressure: Three Red Flags and a Preferred Alternative

Himax Technologies shares have significantly underperformed the broader market, declining 7.5% over the past six months. We examine the key challenges facing the display driver IC specialist and highlight a more compelling investment opportunity.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Walker & Dunlop's Slide: Three Red Flags for Investors and a Safer Alternative

While the S&P 500 has climbed, Walker & Dunlop shares have tumbled over 14% in six months. We analyze the underlying weaknesses in its financials and highlight a more compelling opportunity for value-focused portfolios.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analysts Sound Caution on ICF International as Backlog Shrinks, Point to Alternative Tech Play

While ICF International's stock has kept pace with the broader market, analysts highlight concerns over declining backlog and slowing revenue growth, suggesting investors may find better opportunities elsewhere.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Houthis Seize UN Assets in Sana'a, Deepening Aid Crisis in Yemen

Yemen's Houthi rebels have seized telecommunications equipment and vehicles from multiple UN offices in Sana'a, the United Nations reported Friday, marking a significant escalation in restrictions that threatens to cripple humanitarian operations in the war-torn country.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Apollo Bets Big on AI Infrastructure and Logistics, Signaling Strategic Pivot

Apollo Global Management is deploying billions into AI data center infrastructure and European logistics real estate, underscoring a strategic shift towards hard assets tied to technological transformation and supply chain resilience.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Sound Caution on OceanFirst Financial, Point to Better Alternatives

While OceanFirst Financial (OCFC) has kept pace with the market, analysts highlight concerns over its weak net interest income growth, modest earnings expansion, and a projected decline in tangible book value. The search for value shifts focus elsewhere.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hamilton Lane Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Slowing Growth Forecast

The alternative investment manager faces heightened scrutiny as analysts project a slowdown in revenue growth ahead of Tuesday's earnings release, despite a history of recent beats.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ares Management's Valuation Under Scrutiny Amid Market Pullback

Shares of the alternative asset manager have retreated sharply from recent highs, prompting investors to question whether the stock's premium valuation remains justified. We examine the key metrics and what the pullback might signal.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Raymond James Snags $1B Merrill Lynch Team in Major Recruiting Coup

A four-advisor team managing $1 billion in client assets has left Merrill Lynch to join Raymond James' employee channel, underscoring the intensifying competition for top wealth management talent.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Darling Ingredients' Rally Raises Eyebrows: Analysts Flag Concerns, Suggest Alternative Play

Despite a 39% surge in six months, Darling Ingredients faces scrutiny over its long-term sales decline, margin pressures, and falling profitability. Analysts point investors toward more resilient sectors.

Jan 30, 2026