Research

In overall value, VC fundings totaled $182 billion, besting 2015 high mark.

Despite monthly increase, deficit is 54% lower than previous year.

New capital of $59 billion comes as funds log strong returns.

Index reports highest returns in eight years.

Association says study on public pension funding was ‘contrived’, and ‘cherrypicked’ data.

Mercer expects 2018 to be ‘biggest year ever’ for pension risk transfer.

Discount rates decreased by 3.56%.

Willis Towers Watson cites strong stock market performance and  significant employer contributions as reasons for growth.

American Legislative Exchange Council says funding gaps are larger than what is being reported.

Only Luxembourg has a larger pension gender gap in Europe.

Europe seeing recovery, while China presents risk, opportunity.

The 10 largest funds accounted for 66% of capital, up from 48% in 2014.

Performance-based model, new leadership strengthens position.

White paper outlines key areas of focus for wealth managers in 2018.