Ford Foundation seeks social returns
The Ford Foundation has committed $1 billion over 10 years to mission-related investment strategies that earn financial and social returns, challenging others to adopt the same approach.
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LPP’s pooling ahead of the game
LPP’s chief investment officer is convinced proper governance is the key to fund collaborations. He has Lancashire County and London pensions on similar paths and has bulked up in-house prowess.
OPERS keeps it simple and succeeds
OPERS’ successful formula continues to prioritise traditional investment – with passive strategies in equities and bonds – over private markets and active, skills-based approaches.
AP4 chief targets yield, alternatives
The new head of Sweden’s AP4, Niklas Ekvall, is seeking opportunities in emerging-market debt and alternative assets, while looking to expand on an already lauded ESG integration.
South Dakota pension’s long view
At the South Dakota Investment Council, the quest for value has led to long-term strategies, contrarian moves in real estate and debt, plus a focus on hiring and retaining young, local talent.
UK watchdog set to back pension mergers
The UK Financial Conduct Authority’s upcoming report is expected to call for consolidation in pension funds, tighter controls on active management fees and greater transparency.
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