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Special Coverage: Technology

A look at how asset owners are using the tools and investing — in both public and private markets — in the tech sector.

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These Days, Institutional Investors Eye China Warily

Market Drilldown January 24, 2023

These Days, Institutional Investors Eye China Warily

U.S. and Canadian allocators no longer pile into Chinese assets.

Special Coverage: Technology

A look at how asset owners are using the tools and investing — in both public and private markets — in the tech sector.

see updates from our news team >

Newsmakers January 27, 2023

25 States, and 3 Fossil Fuel Industry Actors Sue to Block DOL Rule Permitting ESG Investing

The lawsuit seeks an injunction against the rule, set to take effect Monday, which would allow ESG considerations in retirement plan investment decisions.

Regulation January 27, 2023

PBGC Bails Out 2 Construction Pension Funds

Pension plans for ironworkers in Alaska and plasterers in Oregon will receive assistance.

Manager Selection January 27, 2023

International Paper Promotes Tusch to Oversee Pension and Savings Plans

Current Deputy CIO Carol Tusch is replacing Bob Hunkeler, who will retire at the end of the quarter after leading the investment office of International Paper for 26 years.

Manager Selection January 27, 2023

Pitcairn Family Office Names Sonnenberg as New CIO

Former CIO Rick Pitcairn moves into a newly created global strategy role.

Pensions January 27, 2023

JPM: Reopen Corporate DB Plans or Stop Closing and Freezing Them

Sponsors no longer need to block new workers from defined benefit pensions, as the programs are an advantage, says a study.

Newsmakers January 27, 2023

NYC Pension Funds Call for Greenhouse Gas Disclosure From 4 Major Banks

Shareholder proposals have been filed with Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Royal Bank of Canada.

Regulation January 26, 2023

SEC Targets Conflicts of Interest in Asset-Backed Securities in New Proposal

If adopted, the proposal would prohibit transactions that allow asset-backed issuers to benefit from an adverse event affecting the security.

Regulation January 26, 2023

No Smoke and Mirrors Here: Good ESG Ratings Help Stock Prices, Bad Grades Hurt Them

In the culture wars’ latest front, how sustainable principles affect equities is a burning topic addressed in a recent research study.

Newsmakers January 26, 2023

State & Municipal Treasurers Publish Letter Encouraging McCarthy to Make Deal on Federal Debt Ceiling

They say a default would be ‘catastrophic’ and devalue portfolios, damaging pension funds and 401(k) plans.

Research January 26, 2023

ESG Themes to Be Aware of in 2023

Top concerns for ESG investing in 2023 include net-zero emissions targets, employee well-being and data scarcity, according to one annual global outlook.