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Morgan Stanley Just Doubled Down on Alternatives—Should You?
Big banks are going all-in on alternative investments—and investors are taking notice. This article breaks down why firms like Morgan Stanley are reshaping portfolios around alternatives, and what it means for retail investors in 2025.
This article covers:
- Morgan Stanley’s recent moves in alternative assets
- The shift away from traditional 60/40 portfolio models
- Why alternatives are gaining momentum in volatile markets
- What role tangible assets like collector cars play
- How MCQ Markets democratizes access to alternatives
In recent months, Morgan Stanley has made waves by significantly expanding its focus on alternative investments—everything from private equity to tangible assets. This isn’t a passing trend. Institutional giants are reshaping what modern portfolios look like, and the old “60% stocks, 40% bonds” model is starting to show its age.
According to Preqin, global alternative assets under management are projected to reach $24.5 trillion by 2028, up from $13.7 trillion in 2021. The move is clear: in times of volatility, smart money is flowing into uncorrelated, long-horizon investments.
According to Preqin, global alternative assets under management are projected to reach $24.5 trillion by 2028, up from $13.7 trillion in 2021. The move is clear: in times of volatility, smart money is flowing into uncorrelated, long-horizon investments.
So why the pivot?
Because traditional markets are volatile, interest rates are high, and inflation isn’t going away quietly. Investors are seeking diversification that goes beyond the S&P 500. Private markets, hedge funds, infrastructure—and yes, collectible assets—offer a different risk-reward profile. They’re also increasingly seen as more resilient during economic swings.
The ultra-wealthy already know this. A recent UBS report found that nearly 80% of family offices now allocate at least some portion of their portfolio to alternative investments. This isn’t speculation—it’s strategy.
Because traditional markets are volatile, interest rates are high, and inflation isn’t going away quietly. Investors are seeking diversification that goes beyond the S&P 500. Private markets, hedge funds, infrastructure—and yes, collectible assets—offer a different risk-reward profile. They’re also increasingly seen as more resilient during economic swings.
The ultra-wealthy already know this. A recent UBS report found that nearly 80% of family offices now allocate at least some portion of their portfolio to alternative investments. This isn’t speculation—it’s strategy.
And for investors looking to enter this space without $1M parked in the bank?
MCQ Markets offers access to investment-grade, collectible automobiles through fractional shares starting at just $20. These are rare, appreciating assets with historical performance that aligns with and even outperforms other top-tier alternatives like fine art and wine. It’s a tangible hedge, built for a modern portfolio.
While Morgan Stanley is restructuring portfolios for the ultra-rich, we’re opening the door for everyday investors to do the same—with smart, accessible exposure to a category that’s outperformed major indices for the past decade.
MCQ Markets offers access to investment-grade, collectible automobiles through fractional shares starting at just $20. These are rare, appreciating assets with historical performance that aligns with and even outperforms other top-tier alternatives like fine art and wine. It’s a tangible hedge, built for a modern portfolio.
While Morgan Stanley is restructuring portfolios for the ultra-rich, we’re opening the door for everyday investors to do the same—with smart, accessible exposure to a category that’s outperformed major indices for the past decade.
Alternative investments aren’t the future—they’re the present.
With institutions doubling down and retail access expanding, the message is clear: now is the time to rethink diversification. Whether it’s private equity or a Ferrari 512 BBi, these types of opportunities are no longer off-limits.
With institutions doubling down and retail access expanding, the message is clear: now is the time to rethink diversification. Whether it’s private equity or a Ferrari 512 BBi, these types of opportunities are no longer off-limits.
