New Pension Head for FTSE 100 Company
One of the largest energy companies in the UK is set to appoint a new CIO – one with already extensive experience at the scheme.
Newsmakers
CIOs Shun Pensions for Endowment & Foundation Jobs
Corporate and public pension investment heads are seeking positions in the nonprofit world in increasing numbers, industry sources say.
Norway Oil Fund Opposes Greek Solution
The solution to Greece’s debt problems was opposed by one of the world’s largest investors, who suffered losses last year.
What's the Biggest Mistake Arizona's Public Pension Made in 2008?
The Profile: Paul Matson, former CIO and now executive director of the Arizona State Retirement System, discusses what he perceives to be his biggest investing mistake in 2008 along with current opportunities.
'Pay Attention to Behavioral Investment Strategy', Investors Told
Disposition and over-confidence effects are important factors contributing to the fact that momentum strategies work only in longer
formation and holding periods.
Investors to Be Empowered on Exec Pay
Investors could soon take more control of executive pay, thanks to guidelines proposed in the UK that will have global implications.
Where Did the Short-Sellers Go?
European financial stock prices show little sign of recovery, despite short-sellers staying away.
Pensions, Politics and Passion
The CIO profile: Gregg McClymont, UK Shadow Minister for Pensions talks pension reform and helping shape the retirement for millions of people.
The Power of Pensions: Global Scheme Activism at CalPERS, Japan's GPIF, Noway, Others
The clearest issue connected with a fund’s shareholder guidelines is the degree of equity investment, according to a newly released academic paper.
PIMCO to Investors: Use Anticipatory Cues to Guide Portfolio Construction
Can anticipatory cues help investors? According to Vineer Bhansali of PIMCO, the answer is yes if you know how to watch for them.
Europe Head Exits JP Morgan
JP Morgan Asset Management’s Head of Europe leaves the company as assets in the region hit $278 billion.
Overfunded, Sophisticated, Growing…and Established by the Government?
The CIO Profile: The United Kingdom’s Pension Protection Fund is 106% funded—and only getting better with age. Who said entities established by the government couldn’t function effectively?
Quantitative Easing Sinks Pension Funds
QE may have stabilised the UK economy, but pain has been felt by pension funds across the country, the NAPF has claimed.
Actuary: CalPERS Should Slash Assumed Rate to 7.25%
CalPERS Actuary Alan Milligan is recommending trimming the fund's annual return estimate to 7.25% from 7.75%.
GSAM: Better Benchmarking for Better Returns
Starting out with a more focused benchmark can help investors earn better returns, GSAM says.