It was all Apple all last week, now it’s all Alibaba and Scottish independence. If need something besides those stories to munch on, here’s some mid-week reads on alternatives:

 

CFTC eases marketing rules on private hedge funds (CFTC)

Meet the New Fund, Same As the Old Fund? Thoughts on Alternative Investments – (The Independent Market Observer)

Why labeling investments as ‘alternative’ tells you nothing – (Financial Post)

Data, Risk: Themes Shaping the Outlook for Alternative Investments – (CFO Journal)

Whiskey Whisks the Alternative Investments Market – (Financial Buzz)

Do Alternative Investments Belong In Most Individuals’ Portfolios? – WSJ

Commodity Exposure 2014 YTD Breakdown (Attain)