CIO Alert, November 20, 2024

For the world’s largest asset owners

November 20, 2024

Commentary: Passive Investing Is a Choice, Not a Default Option

The fee savings of passive management may obscure some of the inefficiencies embedded in benchmarks or portfolios built to mimic them, writes the head of institutional portfolio strategy at J.P. Morgan Asset Management.

CalPERS Reaches $53B in Climate Solutions Investments

The fund aims to make $100 billion in such investments by 2030 through its climate action plan and sustainable investments strategy.

Northern Trust Seeks Head of OCIO Business

The new position will oversee the unit’s $112 billion in assets under management.

CPPIB Leads Global Pension Funds With $144B Allocated to Private Equity

The 20 pension funds with the largest private equity allocations committed $708 billion during the first 10 months of 2024.

The Alberta Investment Management Co.’s costs were in line with other Canadian funds, but governance issues pose risks, pension experts say.

Aaron F. Hood has been named to the role amid ongoing turmoil at the pension fund.

Editorial: CIOeditors@issmediasolutions.com

Industry Intel Roundup—Featured White Paper

Chief Investment Officer is pleased to present the next edition of our Industry Intelligence roundup. This week, we are featuring white papers sponsored by or featuring experts in the industry. The content was created to supply actionable insights to institutional asset owners regarding investing and governance.