Alternative investing
Driving long-term value through impactful alternative solutions.
Access to the new, the known, and the niche
We apply our multi-manager expertise to bring a rare, holistic view across private markets, enabling us to identify the best alternatives managers in their field, wherever they are and whatever their focus.
Whether our clients seek ready-made products or customizable portfolios, they know that Russell Investments can provide the opportunity to build their optimal alternative solutions.
Why choose Russell Investments for alternatives
We get to the opportunities that matter
We are experts in accessing niche opportunities and unlocking complex investments in alternatives, creating unique value for our clients through our technical expertise, industry networks and analytical rigor.
We see value through a wider aperture
Our global reach and proprietary manager research provide an unbiased relative perspective of opportunities across public and private markets, balancing the new, niche and known to build the optimal portfolio for clients.
We source and select the best in their field
All our clients enjoy the limitless nature of our investment scale, open architecture, and multimanager approach, accessing the best investment ideas from vetted managers and customizing solutions to meet different needs.
We can complement or be the complete solution
Our holistic approach, fiduciary mindset and total portfolio view ensure we deliver outcome-focused solutions and combine the right investments to achieve specific goals for clients.
We offer a variety of alternative investment strategies, including:
INVESTING IN PRIVATE CREDIT Why are so many investors interested in the world of private credit?
With a robust supply of asset-based investments, the market has grown to over $5T and is anticipated to be worth nearly $8T by 2027.
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$23 B
Alternatives assets under management
50+
Years of experience in private markets
29
Investment professionals
8,980
Private markets products monitored
Data as of December 31, 2024.
Accelerating private markets capabilities through partnership
Our experts work hard to solve the complex issues our clients encounter.
Our collection of research shows our dedication to solving complex investment problems.
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Lisa Schneider, CFA
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