Tag: Q2

Research September 19, 2017

Malaysia’s EPF Investment Income Surges 36% in Q2

Equities provide the main profit driver for the $181 billion fund.

Newsmakers September 15, 2017

Penn SERS Returns 3.3% in Q2

Board approves up to $700 million in private equity, multi-strategy real estate commitments.

Research August 9, 2017

Canadian DB Plans Post 5th Consecutive Gain in Q2

Domestic equity spirals into negatives.

Research August 9, 2017

Wilshire TUCS Reports Longest Institutional Assets Hot Streak Since 1998

Strong performances from all major asset classes leads to seventh quarter in a row of positive gains.

Asset Allocation July 24, 2017

Secondaries Fundraising Slumps in Q2, but 2017 Still on Track for Record

Only $4 billion raised in Q2, with record $19 billion raised in Q1 likely eating into demand.

Industry White Papers

The Power of Portfolio Flexibility Many investment managers apply strict portfolio constraints under the guise of risk management best practices. This paper examines the costs of those investment constraints and how an unconstrained investment approach can be key in generating long-term excess returns.

Quantitative Science—Actively Adding To Fixed Income Decisions Quantitative vs. active debate? This issue of Franklin Templeton Fixed Income Markets explains how our “active quant” approach sets us apart.

The Case for Greater China Exposure in Global Equity Portfolios Discover what makes China a compelling, stand-alone investment opportunity.

The China Position Gauging institutional investor confidence in their strategy for entering this growing market

Four strategies for investing in emerging markets Ways to manage your EM allocation, an out of favor, but still appealing asset class.

Brexit Implementation Guide How should investors consider positioning their portfolios?