CalPERS Board Considers Gag Policy
Once investment decisions are made, board members would be prevented from talking to the press and expressing their views at board meetings.
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New Tariffs May at Last Be Affecting the US Economy
Trump’s extension of levies to Chinese consumer goods show an impact in manufacturing and may tick up inflation.
Japan’s GPIF Shows Small Gain, Recovering from Prior Losses
In June-ending quarter, foreign stocks helped overcome weakness at home.
CalSTRS Takes a Look at Other Allocation Options
Pension identifies six potential asset allocations for $236.9 billion portfolio.
New Private Equity Commitments Continue at Washington State Investment Board
Up to $650 million in new commitments are part of a plan to keep up the retirement system’s 20%-plus allocation to private equity.
Pennsylvania SERS Approves $286 Million in New Commitments
State retirement system board also confirms James Nolan as acting CIO.
People Moves Roundup
State Street Names Portfolio Solutions Team, Schroders Strengthens North American Distribution Team, and More.
Maryland Plan Misses Target, Lowers Assumptions
Private equity again rises to the top, but it’s not enough to help the fund clear its benchmark.
Frazzled Investors Still Think the Fed Will Lower by Another Quarter-Point
CME futures overwhelmingly indicate a further dip will come in September.
2019 Innovations Awards: Last Chance to Nominate
Nominations for this year's 10th annual bash close tomorrow.
Canadian Defined Benefit Plans Return 2.5% in Q2
Plan sponsors saw second straight positive quarter despite May sell-off.
With 6.8% Return, CalSTRS Narrowly Misses Target
Private equity is bright spot as market volatility impacts annual returns.
Connecticut Governor Strikes Deal to Save State Pension
New deal would provide ‘hundreds of millions of dollars in budgetary relief’ for the troubled state pension.
Senate to Deal with Union Pension Crisis After House Passes Butch Lewis Act
Democratic-led bill faces stiff opposition from Republicans.