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Few likely consider gender differences and attitudes towards alternative investments. However, earlier this year MainStay Investments, the mutual fund distribution arm of New York Life Investment Management LLC published a study looking at high net worth (HNW) individuals and their investment decisions. While women are traditionally considered more conservative investors than men[i], the study reveals a potential shift in favour of alternative investments. HNWI Survey According to the study, HNW women allocate 27% of their assets to non-traditional investments, with men at only 20%. Interestingly, 55% of the HNW women surveyed increased their alternative investment allocation in the past year.… continue reading