Same Shirt, Different Color: Traditional 401(k) “Diversification”
As we perused the news this morning, a headline jumped out at us: How to Get Better Returns From Your 401(k). The article made a few good points, but there was a problem. When it came to diversification, we found the options… well, not so diverse – which is especially frustrating in a world where true diversifiers – like managed futures, can be a part of a 401(k).
Newsletter: From the Horse’s Mouth
This week, we’re doing something a little bit different. Instead of writing from a singular perspective, we’re highlighting our differences, and giving you a glimpse into a few of the minds working on client portfolios on a daily basis. This space, at its best, isn’t about the one-size-fits-all investment; it’s about the investment that fits YOU best, and we wanted to show off some of the custom designs that our portfolio tailors are working on these days.
Gold vs. Stocks: Battle Royale
A recent piece comparing stocks to gold during the recovery caught our eye. Its argument is pretty simple: even with the incredible rally in the stock market, you would have been better off in gold. It’s a strong claim, but a closer looks reveals the importance of timing – whether one is looking forward or back.
Germany stumbling?
In the midst of the Eurocrisis, Germany has been the beacon of hope. Long the strongest economy in the eye of the storm, they’ve been leaders in the turmoil and the country to watch for hopes of a move forward. However, even with other nations buoyed by the ECB bond buying plan, Germany’s numbers are not all that encouraging.
Weekend Reads
Last week we declared the August doldrums officially behind us, but it appears that we may have spoken too soon. Once again we’ve returned to mostly flat, range-bound stock market for another week. However, between a few exciting markets (platinum, wheat, natural gas, crude oil) and the ongoing political theater in the United States, there’s been plenty to keep an eye on. Here’s what we’re looking at headed into the weekend.
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The performance data for various Commodity Trading Advisor (“CTA”) and Commodity Pools are compiled from various sources, including Barclay Hedge, RCM’s own estimates of performance based on account managed by advisors on its books, and reports directly from the advisors. These performance figures should not be relied on independent of the individual advisor’s disclosure document, which has important information regarding the method of calculation used, whether or not the performance includes proprietary results, and other important footnotes on the advisor’s track record.
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