The Daily Spark
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The Impact of Tariffs on the Economy
Tariffs can be used to boost the size of the US manufacturing sector. But tariffs, unfortunately, have two short-term negative…
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Slowdown Coming in Semiconductor Sales
The recent decline in semiconductor stocks points to a coming slowdown in semiconductor sales, see chart below. Sources: Bloomberg, Apollo…
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Healthy Debate on the FOMC
The chart below shows individual FOMC members’ forecast of where they think interest rates will be over the coming years….
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On-Demand Classes
The Apollo Academy also offers additional CE-credit events on the discipline of alternatives investing as well as on key investing and economic top-of-mind topics, so you can keep your skills brushed up and your mind sharp for the ever-changing landscape of the capital markets.
Class 22 Potential Implications of the Latest US Administration Policy ProposalsNow On Demand
Credits
1
CFP / IWI / CFA
CE Credit
Topics
- Watch Apollo Chief Economist, Torsten Sløk, and Craig Radcliffe, Managing Director in Public Policy at the Firm, discuss the potential impact of President Donald Trump’s policy proposals on the US macroeconomic landscape.
In this class, Torsten and Craig cover:- The impact of DOGE and tariffs on GDP and inflation
- DOGE implications for unemployment and consumer spending
- Further implications for trade tariffs
Class 21 Beyond 60/40: Private Assets in an Era of High Public ValuationsNow On Demand
Credits
1
CFP / IWI / CFA
CE Credit
Topics
- In this class, Matt O’Mara, Partner, Co-Head, Apollo Aligned Alternatives, explains why periods of lofty valuations on public stocks and bonds can represent an attractive entry point to private markets. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
In this class, Matt covers:- The implications of soaring valuations for public equities and fixed income
- Possible challenges for 60/40 portfolio allocations
- The potential benefits of private assets, which have historically outperformed following periods of elevated public equity valuations and interest rates
Class 20 Investment Grade Private Credit as a Core Fixed Income AllocationNow On Demand
Credits
1
CFP / IWI / CFA
CE Credit
Topics
- Akila Grewal, Partner, Global Head of Credit Product, takes a deep dive into a fast-growing segment of the credit market—Investment Grade Private Credit (Private IG)—and discusses how it can be deployed alongside public bonds to potentially enhance outcomes. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A.
In this class, Akila covers:- What is Private IG and its evolution
- Secular trends and key dynamics in the credit landscape
- Potential opportunities in Private IG
- The case for Private IG in portfolios
Why Alternatives in Your Retirement Portfolio
A long-held mantra—that a diversified portfolio of public equities and bonds is the key to a successful retirement plan—is now being challenged by secular shifts taking place in financial markets today, including the end of the monetary printing press that started in 2008. What’s an investor to do? Lead Portfolio Manager Matt O’Mara tackles this question in our latest white paper.
On Demand: Alternative Investing Course 2.0
Session 1 Alternative Investing Essentials Part One
Now Available On Demand
Credits
4
CFP / IWI / CFA
CE Credits
Topics
- Understanding Capital Markets
- Private Equity & Venture Capital
- Private Credit
Session 2Alternative Investing Essentials Part Two
Now Available On Demand
Credits
4
CFP / IWI / CFA
CE Credits
Topics
- Real Estate
- Infrastructure
- Digital Assets
- Hedge Funds
Session 3Practical Considerations
Now Available On Demand
Credits
2.5
CFP / IWI / CFA
CE Credits
Topics
- Commodities
- Understanding Portfolio Construction
- Asset Allocation
- Risk Considerations
- Fund Structures
- Fees
Alternative Perspectives
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Beyond 60/40: Private Assets in an Era of High Public Valuations
A combination of elevated public stock and bond valuations, recalcitrant inflation, and higher-for-longer interest rates could…
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Beyond 60/40: Private Assets in an Era of High Public Valuations
Listen to Apollo Chief Economist Torsten Sløk speak with Matt O’Mara, Apollo Partner and co-head of Apollo Aligned Alternatives, about…
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Apollo Answers: What Is PIK?
Payment in Kind (PIK) is an interesting—and sometimes controversial—feature of credit markets, especially private credit. In this…
Master the Basics
Apollo defines “alternatives” as an alternative to publicly traded stocks and bonds, seeking excess returns at every point along the risk-reward spectrum. We group our solutions in three categories: Equity, Hybrid (as defined as a mix of equity and debt), and Yield. Apollo’s introductory videos describe the basics of each alternative asset class. Taught by Keith Black, Adjunct Faculty at the University of Massachusetts, the videos cover the full spectrum of alternative asset classes (including venture capital and commodities, which Apollo’s solutions don’t currently address). They provide a broad understanding of the space for those seeking to invest in, or to augment, their exposure to alternatives.
