Asness Debunks Fama’s Views on Momentum
The debate over whether investors can capture returns from momentum strategies “should be put to bed,” according to the founder of AQR.
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QIC CIO Departs for Middle Eastern Fund
Adriaan Ryder is leaving the $57 billion Australian fund manager after seven years at the helm.
The Rise and Fall of Ziggy’s Bonds
How David Bowie’s innovation went beyond music, art, and popular culture—and into the portfolio of a major insurer.
Redington Hunts for Dedicated CEO
The co-founders of the UK-based consultancy are stepping down from one of their leadership roles.
SEI Appoints New Head of OCIO Service
Paul Klauder will take over the firm’s institutional group following Edward Loughlin’s retirement.
Taking the Guesswork Out of Private Equity Fees
After years of pushing private equity firms to change, investors finally have a clear set of demands.
Ontario Teachers’ New CIO Sets Leadership Team
Two roles have been created as the C$154 billion fund sets up its new-look senior staff.
DC Poised to Overtake DB
Defined contribution assets are growing at twice the rate of defined benefit pensions, according to Willis Towers Watson.
Arizona Pension CIO Quits for Foundation
Gary Dokes is to depart after 13 years for a $760 million Arizona charity fund.
Private Equity Returns Waver After Three Years of Gains
State Street’s global index of private equity funds reported losses for the first time since 2012.
TIAA-CREF Reveals Reorganization
Following a similar move by BlackRock, the asset manager is scrapping subsidiaries for a standalone real assets business.
$8T Investor Coalition Turns Up Heat on Miners
Shareholder resolutions call for better communications regarding carbon emissions from Anglo American, Glencore, and Rio Tinto.
Record Fines for Barclays, Credit Suisse Over Dark Pool Violations
The two firms will pay more than $150 million to the SEC and New York Attorney General’s office for allegedly misleading investors.
Too Many ETFs 'Spoil Low Costs'
New entrants into the ETF space cause liquidity constraints and higher prices, according to research from the University of Mississippi.
USS Offloads $1B Private Equity Portfolio
One of the UK’s biggest pensions has sold interests in 13 vehicles to private equity specialist Ardian, preparing to go direct.