Alternatives February 2, 2026

As Private-Market Momentum Continues to Grow, Market Infrastructure Improvements Rise Too

Additional retail and retirement-plan demand are expected to broaden distribution of private markets, but they will also bring scrutiny and comparisons to public markets.

2026 Investment Outlook

U.S. fiscal and monetary policies, new bilateral trade agreements, along with ongoing geopolitical and technology changes are likely to drive investment markets in 2026.

see updates from our news team >

Newsmakers February 18, 2026

Northern Trust Names Americas Head of Asset Servicing

Jessica Donohue will succeed Melanie Pickett in the role.

Regulation February 18, 2026

NYC Pension Funds Sue AT&T Over Blocked Diversity Disclosure Proposal

Four funds seek court order to force vote on workforce demographics report at 2026 annual meeting.

Newsmakers February 18, 2026

Vontobel Names Global Consultant Relations Head

Based in London, Anthony Corrigan will lead the manager’s engagement with investment consultants.

Newsmakers February 18, 2026

University of Iowa Selects Northern Trust Family Office Executive as CIO

Daniel Gottlieb will join the Iowa Center for Advancement later this month, as its investment office moves to Chicago.

Research February 18, 2026

Latin America Reforms, Potential Fed Moves Bode Well for Insurers

A report from T. Rowe Price suggested that the political climate in the U.S. and Latin America, as well as Fed expectations, provide insurers with income opportunities.

Asset Allocation February 17, 2026

Insurance-Linked Securities Saw Record Issuance in 2025

ILS issuance totaled $24.7 billion last year, according to a report from Swiss Re.

Pensions February 17, 2026

Pension Funding Ratios Build on 2025 Gains in January

The funded status of the 100 largest corporate defined benefit plans climbed to 109% last month.

Manager Selection February 17, 2026

Nest Seeks Manager for $350M Ethical Equity Mandate

The UK’s National Employment Savings Trust Ethical Fund seeks to prioritize ethical and moral concerns.

Newsmakers February 17, 2026

Nomination Period Open for 2026 CIO Lists and Asset Owner Awards

Chief Investment Officer is asking for your help in identifying qualified candidates for various list to be announced during 2026. Below is information for submitting nominations for our NextGen...

Newsmakers February 17, 2026

Applications Open for 2026 CIO Industry Innovation Awards – Asset Management and Servicing

CIO annually recognizes asset managers and service providers that have truly and reliably enhanced their clients’ portfolios. If you work for a firm that provides asset management or other...

Newsmakers February 13, 2026

Mike Charette Promoted to New Deputy CIO Role at Michigan MERS

Charette, who has been at the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System for two decades, will oversee equities and fixed-income portfolios.

Regulation February 13, 2026

GOP Lawmakers Launch Probe of CalPERS $330M Pension Fund Loss

The House members are questioning whether the nation’s largest public pension system violated  the ‘exclusive benefit’ rule by prioritizing ESG investments.

Newsmakers February 13, 2026

Valbona Schwab Appointed CIO at Children’s Health in Dallas

The former deputy investment chief of Grinnell College will succeed Ken Lee, who moved to Cal Tech in April 2025.

Regulation February 12, 2026

SEC’s Atkins Backs Digital Clarity Act at Senate Banking Hearing

According to the chair, the joint SEC-CFTC ‘Project Crypto’ will provide a regulatory bridge with token taxonomy while legislation is pending.

Pensions February 12, 2026

DB Plans Choosing to De-Risk Instead of Terminate

The pace of insured U.S. pension annuitizations slowed in 2025 after exceeding $50 billion in 2024, Aon reported.