Graphic: The World Map of Retirement
Where does your nation sit on the pension map?
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When Risk Parity Goes Wrong
UBS is not convinced about the wisdom of following a risk parity strategy.
Boom Time in the Secondary PE Market
Established managers have more capital than ever, with institutional investors predicting 2013 will be the biggest year yet for the industry.
Pension De-Risking: Beyond the Buyout Binary
LDI and annuitization don't tell the whole story on de-risking, and NISA research says it’s worth taking a look at the broader spectrum.
Graphic: The Latest Periodic Table of Hedge Fund Returns
It’s back. We have the latest version of the wildly popular Periodic Table of Hedge Fund returns, updated with 2013 year-to-date returns.
Former Detroit Pension Trustees, Attorney Charge with Fraud in Bribery Scandal
The indictment claims that Detroit's former Treasurer and a pension trustee accepted kickbacks including massages, golf clubs, and tickets to a Playboy party.
Return Boost for Investors as UK Reduces Tax
Will less tax on investments help pull more funds – and investor assets – towards the UK?
State Street Settles Final Transition Management Appeal
The latest chapter in the State Street transition management affair has closed...will the Financial Services Authority open another?
Everyone Loves the Dollar
The world’s reserve currency has found some friends, in institutional investment circles at least.
Smart Beta 2.0 – Or How to See Through Biased Marketing
Thought it was only active managers who resorted to spin? Think again.
Why Hedge Funds Really Want Your Money
Hint: It's not the fees.
Moody’s Overhauling Role of Pensions in Credit Ratings
Some municipal public pensions will be reviewed for a possible downgrade, the ratings agency says.
Former CalPERS CEO Indicted on Multiple Charges
Court indicts former CEO and board member on counts of fraud and deception against the nation and its agencies.
Investors Keen on Emerging Markets, US Treasuries Not So Much
Maybe it was the wine, maybe it’s markets, but attendees at the Commonfund Forum were optimistic about institutional fortunes in 2013.
University Pension Burdens Rise 25% in 2012
Some of the greatest institutions for learning are facing deeper holes in their pension provision.