Russia Alternative

Russia Alternative Funds or ETFs invest the majority of their assets in... Russia Alternative Funds or ETFs invest the majority of their assets in Russia. Alternative assets are generally defined as any asset other than publicly traded stocks, bonds, mutual funds, money market funds, or cash. Common alternative assets include hedge funds, real estate, private equity, venture capital, precious metals and other commodities, infrastructure, cryptocurrencies, and collectibles (such as art). A Russia Alternative Fund or ETF may be actively or passively managed, and may, depending on its mandate, invest in one or more alternative asset classes. Alternative assets have seen tremendous growth in the last few decades. They have received significant investor inflows due to the perception that they can offer better risk-adjusted returns than traditional assets. At times, alternative assets may outperform traditional assets, and they may also exhibit returns that don’t move in lockstep with publicly traded equities and bonds. This can reduce the overall volatility of a portfolio. Russia’s real estate market has been a key area for alternative investments. In 2022, real estate transactions totaled approximately US$6.5 billion. Investments are largely concentrated in Moscow and St. Petersburg, with strong demand for commercial, office, and residential properties. Russia Alternative Funds or ETFs may be appropriate depending on the alternative in question and an investor’s risk tolerance. It’s important to note that alternatives may not perform as well as they did in the past, and risk aversion in public markets can spread over into alternative assets. In addition, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine means that it’s virtually impossible at the moment for many Westerners to invest in the country. Last Updated: 12/27/2024 View more View less

Russia Alternative Funds or ETFs invest the majority of their assets in Russia. Alternative assets are generally defined as any asset other than publicly traded stocks, bonds, mutual funds, money market funds, or... Russia Alternative Funds or ETFs invest the majority of their assets in Russia. Alternative assets are generally defined as any asset other than publicly traded stocks, bonds, mutual funds, money market funds, or cash. Common alternative assets include hedge funds, real estate, private equity, venture capital, precious metals and other commodities, infrastructure, cryptocurrencies, and collectibles (such as art). A Russia Alternative Fund or ETF may be actively or passively managed, and may, depending on its mandate, invest in one or more alternative asset classes. Alternative assets have seen tremendous growth in the last few decades. They have received significant investor inflows due to the perception that they can offer better risk-adjusted returns than traditional assets. At times, alternative assets may outperform traditional assets, and they may also exhibit returns that don’t move in lockstep with publicly traded equities and bonds. This can reduce the overall volatility of a portfolio. Russia’s real estate market has been a key area for alternative investments. In 2022, real estate transactions totaled approximately US$6.5 billion. Investments are largely concentrated in Moscow and St. Petersburg, with strong demand for commercial, office, and residential properties. Russia Alternative Funds or ETFs may be appropriate depending on the alternative in question and an investor’s risk tolerance. It’s important to note that alternatives may not perform as well as they did in the past, and risk aversion in public markets can spread over into alternative assets. In addition, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine means that it’s virtually impossible at the moment for many Westerners to invest in the country. Last Updated: 12/27/2024 View more View less