Asset Allocation September 1, 2026

Energy Transmission Emerges as Bottleneck for Digital Infrastructure

As electricity demand surges, driven by artificial intelligence, investors are increasingly targeting the transmission networks needed to provide power.

Data Centers & Energy Infrastructure Investment

The rise of hyperscalers and their demand for power supply is challenging generation, transmission and storage of power.

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Newsmakers September 16, 2026

Cambridge Associates Marks European Expansion With Milan Office, Senior Appointments

Raphael Heynold and Riccardo Pianeti will lead client growth and engagement in the region.

Newsmakers September 16, 2026

State Street Global CIO to Retire

Lori Heinel will step down next year after 12 years at the firm.  

Regulation September 15, 2026

Digital Asset Bill Stalls in Senate After Failed Cloture Vote

What was supposed to provide crypto-friendly rules for investors and businesses, has so far failed to make it to a full Senate vote.

Market Moves September 15, 2026

Bond Yields Rise Ahead of FOMC Meeting

Ten-year Treasury yields hit their highest level since 2007 amidst inflation concerns, rising oil prices and the potential for higher rates.

Corporate Moves September 15, 2026

Creative Planning Acquires RVK

The acquired firm has more than 200 institutional clients, including public retirement plans, endowments and foundations.

Research September 15, 2026

How Asset Manager Priorities Are Shifting

Firms are increasingly focusing on their core product offerings, according to a survey from Northern Trust, with more than 28% reporting their firm plans to reduce its product set.

Newsmakers September 14, 2026

TIAA Adds Executive for Tech, AI Risk

Divyangi Anchan joins the firm as chief risk and compliance officer for technology and AI risk.

Corporate Moves September 11, 2026

Sell-Side Firm Wolfe Research Launches Alternative Asset Management Unit

The platform will offer investment opportunities across private markets.

Pensions September 11, 2026

Connecticut Transfers $1.3B in Excess Revenues to State Pension Funds

The transfer, under the state’s volatility cap program, will add $685.1 million to the employees’ system and $618.9 million to the teachers’ pension fund.

Opinion September 10, 2026

The Alternatives Revolution Is Maturing: Nonprofit Investors Need a New Playbook

Morgan Stanley’s head of institutional consulting services emphasizes the importance of focusing on governance, liquidity and more to maintain the ability to support the mission.

Newsmakers September 10, 2026

AIMCo Adds 2 to Board of Directors

The Canadian pension appointed Ron Helmhold and Hugh O'Reilly to terms ending in 2029.

Asset Allocation September 10, 2026

Foreign, Domestic Equities Propel Japan’s GPIF to Strong 8.2% Return in Q1

The gains raised the pension giant’s asset value to more than $2 trillion.

Newsmakers September 10, 2026

HighVista’s Raphi Schorr: Continuation Funds Are More Than Liquidity Solutions

The deputy CIO argues that extended private ownership is a structural shift, not a temporary market dislocation, and says the vehicles are becoming a permanent feature of private equity.

Corporate Moves September 10, 2026

Vestmark Acquired by Envestnet

The combined fintech companies support more than $10T in assets.

Newsmakers September 9, 2026

Nuveen Private Capital Appoints Consultant Relations MD

Robert Rdzak will lead engagement with investment consultants for two of the manager’s investments shops.