Pensions
CPP Investments Makes Additional C$532M Commitment to Brazilian Water Company
The Canadian pension fund previously owned a 61.4% stake in Iguá Saneamento.
Tag: Brazil
Research
Emerging Market Bonds, on a Roll, Should Do Even Better, Says Ned Davis
Firm commodities prices and expected EM growth are tailwinds, the research firm contends.
Asset Allocation
PIMCO Sees Opportunity in Emerging Markets Bonds
Central banks in emerging markets have hiked at different speeds, with the best currency gains going to an aggressive Brazil.
Where to Find the Best Emerging Markets Returns
Asian nations such as India stand out, and so does Brazil, managers say.
Asset Allocation
Are Latin American Markets Undervalued?
Here’s why one investor thinks they are posed for a revival.
Alternatives
Where Allocators Can Find Good Post-Pandemic Investments
Our panel suggested cobalt, building ground leases, sports franchise lending, and others.
Asset Management Culture
Union Demands CPPIB Ditch Brazil Water Privatization Involvement
The acquisition and privatization of a Brazil public water firm are socially harmful and economically risky moves, says CUPE.
Asset Allocation
Emerging Markets Look Poised for a Good 2021, Says Lazard
Rising interest rates this winter spooked EM stocks, which still significantly lag behind others.
Asset Management Culture
The Rebound Play: Brazilian Asset Manager Vinci to Go Public in the US
The firm, whose current investors include LACERA and the Rhode Island pension plan, believes the economically stricken South American nation is prepared for a turnaround.
Alternatives
Top Canadian Pension Plan and US Apartment Operator to Build Brazilian Housing
The partners will invest up to $190 million in combined equity into the project.
Regulation
Washington State Investment Board Advances Lawsuit Against Brazilian Company
Court gives green light to WSIB for its bribery case against Brazilian construction company Odebrecht.
Regulation
Brazil’s Lower House Delays Pension Reform Vote, Irking Investors
The Chamber of Deputies will take until August to vote, and the Senate will need at least two months after that.
Newsmakers
Brazil’s Pension Reform Clears First-Round Vote
Lower house must approve bill a second time before the Senate gets a chance.
Regulation
Brazil Pension Reform Could Hit Lower House by Tuesday
President Bolsonaro looking to get overhaul en route to Senate before Congress’ mid-year recess.
Danish Pension Dumps Vale After Intervention Fails
MP Pension adds Vale to exclusion list after engagement talks prove fruitless.