Most commonly, though, alternative investments are seen as a way to diversify against potential downturns in the valuations of traditional investments. (thecollegeinvestor.com)
The report noted factors that contributed to this rising hopefulness, including the continued surge of foreign investors and signs that the industry is better capitalized for potential downturns. (nationalmortgagenews.com)
On top of all that, Fastly — or any other buyer — has to have confidence that the vendor is going to survive a potential downturn in the capital markets and a wave of consolidation. (cnbc.com)