In Depth: Growth in Virtual-Only Meetings a Concern for Institutional Investors
Although companies cite the cost savings, shareholder advocates see virtual meetings more as a means to better control the agenda at annual meetings.
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Pension Assets Hit Record $38 Trillion Worldwide
Report says nearly all losses from the 2008 financial crisis have been recouped.
Treasury Aims to Promote Capital Markets by Reducing Restrictions
While the proposals intend to make it less onerous for public companies, market participants have concern about the impact of reduced disclosures for investors.
Society of Actuaries Releases Annual Mortality Improvement Scale
Slight decline in life expectancies may slightly lower pension plan obligations.
Germany to Free Up €1.3 Billion in 2018 Pension Contribution Cuts
Once the updated tax revenue is published, reduction can be formally agreed to on November 22.
IPERS Reveals New Search Process to Find Alpha
The $31 billion fund sheds light on its new three-phase search for investment management firms.
Dutch Pensions Adapt Blockchain Tech for Fund Administration
APG and PGGM aim to use the cryptocurrency technology to lower costs and improve services.
FCA: UK Millennials Are Cash-Strapped, Under-Invested
The majority of 25- to 34-year-olds have no investments, and lag in savings.
Church of England Pensions Board Chief Executive Bernadette Kenny Passes Away
Kenny oversaw innovative changes to the board as well as the National Church Institutions.
Two Pensions Withdraw Applications for MPRA Benefits Reduction
Teamsters Local 805 and Southwest Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters rescind suspension requests with Treasury.
UK State Pensions to Rise as Inflation Increases to 3%
CPI reaches highest level since 2012.
Kentucky Governor Reveals “Keeping the Promise” Plan to Aid Pension System
Teachers, hazard workers to keep current benefits until 27 years of service is reached.
