Tag: Pension

Opinion July 14, 2020

Op-Ed: What Helped Me Become an Allocator as an African American Woman

Steps you can take to make teams diverse and inclusive.

Regulation July 14, 2020

Mississippi Pension Sues Mylan over Alleged Scheme to Deceive FDA

President Rajiv Malik is accused of ordering workers to manipulate quality control data.

July 9, 2020

De-risking Corporate Pension Plans Is Getting Tougher

After making great strides to improve DB funded ratios, increased market volatility and delayed contributions may reverse that momentum.

Research July 8, 2020

Less Tax-Efficient Funds Cost UK DB Plans £250 Million Yearly, Study Finds

Researchers say pensions must invest in tax-transparent funds, insurance policies to be eligible for tax advantages.

Coronavirus - COVID-19 July 6, 2020

Japanese Pension Fund Loses $77 Billion in Fiscal 2019

The world’s largest retirement system is the lowest it’s been valued in roughly three years.

Coronavirus - COVID-19 July 6, 2020

UK Retirements Could Be Postponed Due to Pandemic

Research from Aviva finds that some may have to spend more of their life working because of COVID-19.

Newsmakers June 30, 2020

DOL Proposes Exemption, New Compensation for Fiduciaries

Investment professionals acting in their clients’ best interest can receive compensation for advice such as rollover recommendations, the agency said.

Regulation June 25, 2020

DOL Proposal Will Chill ESG Corporate Pension Investing, Advocates Say

The proposed federal rule takes a dim view of sustainable investing that’s not focused solely on returns.

Opinion June 18, 2020

Op-Ed: Social Unrest and a Daughter’s Call to Action

How can institutional investors help correct racial injustices? Tony Waskiewicz wants to know how asset allocators will take action.

Asset Management Culture June 18, 2020

NYC Pension Head Calls on GM to Disclose Lobbying Practices

Scott Stringer accuses automaker of privately working against climate policies it publicly supports.

Corporate Moves June 15, 2020

Unease Remains Around Incoming Chief at Norges Bank

The supervisory board at the sovereign wealth fund told the national parliament that further control measures are needed to prevent conflicts of interest.

June 12, 2020

Budding Trend: Institutional Investors Focusing Locally

Pandemic-induced economic instability and nationwide protests could spur investments in nearby businesses. Keeping politics out of the equation and ensuring proper diversification are musts.