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Firm will open a new fund to help holdover Strategic Investing fund focus on ESG.

Canadian pension to contribute €450 million of equity.

Top officials say CalPERS will be part of two investment partnerships with general partners, but won’t own a stake in them.

Struggling firm’s founder said the fund had ‘recently not delivered’ expected results, and will return more than $1 billion by year-end.

Responsibilities will be divided between two newly created independent companies.

Low energy prices have contributed to a lack of pickup in inflation, while concerns about Chinese growth have abated, Credit Suisse reports.

Many see US equity valuations as stretched, and emerging markets offering the most opportunities in the next few years.

Fund invests in the distressed shipping sector.

Liquidity concerns and the impact of tightening monetary policy are challenging investors, panelists say.