Gensler Stands Up for the Robinhood Gang
It’s OK for meme investors to collaborate on social media, the SEC boss says. Too bad for short sellers.
Alternatives
Why Investors Are Flocking to Uranium
Nuclear power, long on the greens’ ban list, is finding new life, oddly due in part to concerns about fossil fuels.
Op-Ed: The Green Gambit—Investing for Corporate Strategic Advantage in the Post-COVID-19 World
Alan Martinovich, with global management consultancy Arthur D. Little, says now is the time to make intentional moves that will drive green transformation.
Dutch APG Launches Sustainable Index Funds
The Netherlands’ largest pension provider and active investor advocate is dipping its toe in passive waters.
Chairman of Dutch Asset Manager MN Steps Down
Chief Financial and Risk Officer Fleur Rieter has been named interim chair.
S&P Finds Little Evidence ‘Greenwashing’ Is Widespread
The firm says increased scrutiny of sustainable bonds is forcing issuers to substantiate ESG claims.
How Nashville and Davidson County Pension System Got 115% Funded
CIO Fadi BouSamra expects to add two more venture capital funds by the end of the year.
How Endowments and Foundations Can Energize Flagging Returns
A better assessment of risk and active management can turn things around, says a report from NACUBO and Nuveen.
Celeb-Backed Crypto Fund Not for New Yorkers … Yet
Residents of the world’s financial capital currently can’t invest in the newly launched Titan Crypto fund.
War of the Celeb Investors: Cathie Wood vs. Michael Burry
The Big Short seer bets against the momentum queen’s suddenly weak ETF.
Private Equity Powers Record-Breaking Pension Returns
The asset class has outperformed even public equities for many institutional investor portfolios.
‘Crypto Mom’ Pushes Back Against SEC Over Poloniex Fine
Commissioner Hester Peirce says the regulator needs ‘sensible solutions’ regarding crypto exchanges.
Allocator Insights Webinar August 17: Consultant’s View
Taylor Mammen, Heidi Poon, and David Tatkow will discuss the best opportunities for investors at 2 p.m.
Woodman, Don’t Spare That Tree: Lumber Price Spiral Is Now Over
The tab for this construction-centric wood, which figures in many asset allocators’ alt strategies, has dropped back as production finally expands.
New Jersey Pension Fund Gambles on Bitcoin Miners
Riot Blockchain and Marathon Digital investments could be a sign of crypto acceptance—and desperation.