New Bill Would Ban Chinese Stocks in Index Funds
The measure is part of a package that would both tax Chinese dividends at higher rates and require more disclosure for securities with exposure to China.
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Total Portfolio Approach: A New Way to Construct Asset Allocations
CAIA and several asset owners are adopting a new model for choosing and managing assets.
Former Mercer, NEPC Director Launches Private Capital Consultancy
Seattle-based industry veteran Troy Saharic announced Pendlebury Hall Advisors on Thursday.
NCPERS to Host Chief Officers Summit in June
The summit will bring together public pension CEOs and CIOs in Nashville.
After Receiving Extra $127M, Central States Working on Repayment Plan
In addition to that update at a subcommittee hearing, House Republicans suggested the PBGC cut premiums for its single-employer program.
Xponance Alts Unit Acquires Minority Stake in Copia Group
Woman-owned firm aims to invest in diverse investment companies.
NYC Pension Funds Seek Board Demographics From NextEra Energy, GameStop
Shareholder proposals filed by three funds contend that board diversity improves decisionmaking, transparency and accountability.
2nd Suit Filed Against AT&T’s 2023 PRT Deal
Selection of insurer Athene is again the focus in litigation over the telecom company's $8.05 billion pension risk transfer.
Fed Aims to Start Slowing Its Bond Reduction Drive ‘Fairly Soon’
Shrinking the central bank’s balance sheet has been ongoing for two years.
House Republicans Propose 13 Bills to Reform SEC
The legislation would require more economic analysis and longer comment periods.
Private Funds Trade Groups Challenge New SEC Dealer Rule
The rule, finalized in February, would require private funds trading large blocks of government securities to register as dealers.
Water-Related Risks and Challenges
From the WRI Aqueduct 4.0 review of updated decision-relevant global water risk indicators.
Truce Over: Texas School Fund to Ax $8.5B in BlackRock Investments
Despite seeming goodwill blooming with GOP officials in Texas, the asset management firm still draws ire due to ESG considerations.
Japan’s GPIF Explores Incorporating Cryptocurrency Into Its Portfolio
The fund issued a request for information on incorporating digital assets, as well as gold, timber and other alternatives, into pension portfolios.
CalPERS Approves New Private Assets Allocation in Private Equity Push
The pension fund will increase private market assets to 40% of its portfolio, up from 33%, reducing equities and fixed income.