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October 9, 2025
CalPERS Hires June Kim Away From CalSTRS as Deputy CIO for Public Markets
Kim will make the move on December 1 and take the spot previously held by Dan Bienvenue, who left in April.
SEC Changes Draw Mixed Reactions

While companies have gained flexibility, Oregon’s treasurer is worried about consequences and termed the Securities and Exchange Commission’s decisionmaking process ‘atrocious.’

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Janet Dhillon Confirmed by Senate as PBGC Director
Dhillon was confirmed in a block of 108 appointees to various federal departments and agencies. 
CalSTRS Forms Climate Co-Investment Partnership With Carlyle Alpinvest
The California State Teachers’ Retirement System will broaden its access to private equity managers investing in climate solution opportunities.  
Stanford’s Merged Pool Returns 14.3% in Fiscal 2025
The balance in the institution’s primary investment vehicle, which includes endowment assets, rose to $47.7 billion in assets under management.
PRT Lawsuit Against AT&T Dismissed
The court’s determination that the plaintiffs have standing to sue allows for the complaint to be refiled and could embolden others considering litigation.
Penn SERS Returns 10.96% in Fiscal 2025

Assets of the Pennsylvania State Employees’ Retirement System stood at $40.4 billion.

TIAA Hires Former BlackRock Retirement Head for Business Development
Rob Crothers will lead efforts to develop strategic partnerships for guaranteed income and more.
TRENDING: ICI Details Operational Road Map as SEC Moves Toward Approving Dual-Share-Class Structure
The commission indicated last week it is likely to permit the model, and asset managers are already requesting permission.
TRENDING: Family Offices Pivot Toward Wealth Preservation Amid Global Instability

A KPMG/Agreus survey found that family offices are focusing on shielding assets from market volatility by moving away from cash.

Editorial: CIOeditors@issmediasolutions.com
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