Alternative Investments
Alternative Investments are usually the preserve of collectors and hobbyists, but can also have a place in a large portfolio as they provide diversification from more traditional investments. Investing in art is becoming more accessible, whilst the super-rich are pushing up prices at the top of the market. Wine investment has also gained in popularity. However, most alternative investments are more suited to wealthier, more experienced investors, as they are considered volatile and high risk.
A first edition could be a gift to bank on
First edition books are an ideal present for anyone who loves reading and collecting. What's more, as an asset class like wine or art, they're the gift that...
Is the art mania coming to an end?
Merryn Somerset Webb was shocked to discover that a sculpture she nearly bought for £3,200 five years ago recently sold for £356,000. Unfortunately, the days of such stratospheric gains seem to be over.
Is the art bubble about to pop?
We’re all aware of the sky-high prices many artworks can now command – but as top auction houses fail to shift apparently fail-safe bets, boom could be turning to bust, says Jody Clarke.
The fools still snapping up art
The great credit bubble has seen the contemporary art market climb 55% this year alone. But it looks like the days when buyers pay $4.5bn for paintings of lollipops are coming to an end, says Bill Bonner.
Will your cellar mature in value as well as flavour?
Wine has been on a bull run since 2001, with the Liv-Ex 100 wine index up almost...
Investing in art: to him that hath shall be given a Monet
What's a rich man to do with his billions but splash out in the art market?...
