More Big Titles Filled in Mercer's Alts Units
The consulting giant has added a global leader of hedge fund manager research and North America alternative investments chief to its bench.
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How Beta Strategies Can Move Markets
Research Affiliates delves into why some smart beta concepts have a higher impact on their corresponding indexes than others.
Why Your Kids Won’t Know What ‘ESG’ Means
Generations X and Y take including environmental, social, and governance investment issues as read, according to data analysts.
Asset Managers Lapped by HFs on Info Edge
Knowledge of assets and access to superior information are crucial to a manager’s skill and success—but many don’t have them.
Indiana Pension System CIO Leaves for Foundation
David Cooper will lead the $3 billion Purdue Research Foundation upon leaving the $30.2 billion retirement system in September.
De-Risking Pioneer Named UK Wealth Fund Guru
The Mayor of London has appointed Edi Truell to lead his vision of a citizens’ wealth fund.
The Myth of Cheaper Liability Hedges
Don’t hold out for cheaper liability hedges that may never materialize, Redington warns.
The Case Against Hedge Fund Managers
Most funds are actually passive—not unlike alternative beta strategies—and even fail to deliver superior performance over the long term, according to recent research.
Liquid Investments: AP4 Hunts for Sustainable Water Manager
One of Europe’s most innovative pension funds is expanding its environmental focus.
Are Your Managers Insured against the SEC?
Insurers are bolstering coverage for asset managers against the US regulator’s clampdown on the sector.
The Benchmark Causing Headaches for High Yield Investors
Indexes focused on downgraded emerging market corporates could cause high yield bond investors problems, a manager has warned.
Why Location Matters for Real Estate Funds
London and New York are prime locations for outperforming real estate funds, according to Preqin.
FTSE 100 Groups Face ‘Significant’ Pension Risk
UK companies are cutting pension contributions even as deficits spiral, a report has found.
Amundi CIO Joins 300 Club
The iconoclastic think tank inducts its 17th member.
Cantor Fitzgerald Charges into Transition Management
With four major new hires from the ex-JP Morgan team, the US brokerage aims to fill a vacuum left by several high-profile provider exits.