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CalPERS: Why investments in oil and gas groups are also climate solutions
CalPERS explains why some of its climate solution investments include allocations to oil and gas groups.
Sarah RundellMarch 27, 2025
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CDPQ balances equity gains with real estate woes
Equity and infrastructure drove gains at C$473 billion ($329 billion) Caisse de Depot et Placement du Quebec, but “persistent headwinds” in real estate allocation given the fund’s above benchmark exposure to US offices in poorly performing cities New York and Chicago dragged down performance in 2024.
Sarah RundellMarch 18, 2025
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USS calls time on emissions reporting
USS has steadily reduced the carbon footprint of its portfolio but real world carbon intensity and global emissions have climbed relentlessly higher. Now the investor says it is going to focus more of its effort on engagement with policymakers than reporting its emissions.
Sarah RundellMarch 13, 2025
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Wellcome Trust’s cautious approach: Cash pile grows waiting for opportunity
Wellcome Trust is holding nearly 10 per cent of its £37.6 billion portfolio in cash and bonds as it waits for sufficiently interesting long-term investment opportunities to arise - namely a big fall in public equities that would absorb large-scale funds quickly.
Sarah RundellMarch 10, 2025
Investor Profile
Switzerland’s MPK taps gains in gold, equity and real estate
Stephan Bereuter, CIO of Switzerland's Migros-Pensionskasse (MPK) explains why he favours gold, and argues that after three years in the doldrums core real estate opportunities are starting to open up.
Sarah RundellMarch 6, 2025
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Lessons in governance at Alaska’s APFC
At a recent board meeting, trustees at Alaska's sovereign wealth fund APFC garnered insights on governance from recent turmoil at PSERS' and Ohio State Teachers.
Sarah RundellMarch 5, 2025