In muted IPO market, OTPP’s venture growth team talks exit alternatives
In a bid to support portfolio companies in Teachers’ Venture Growth allocation, the pension fund convened a discussion on how founders and CEOs can optimise their exit.
‘We are way ahead’: How Fairfax County bagged staggering crypto returns
Fairfax County Employees’ Retirement System says its allocation to digital assets has become the best-performing investment in the fund’s history. The $6.3 billion pension plan first invested in blockchain infrastructure and digital assets through venture funds in 2019, and early distributions are now beginning to arrive.
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Railpen urges all investors to elevate cyber security
The growing threat of cyberattacks at portfolio companies - from the growth in AI, IT skill shortages and geopolitics - is viewed as a key risk at the £34 billion Railpen. The investor outlines how other asset owners and managers can engage on the issue.
AP funds reform: Expanded opportunity in private equity
Much anticipated reform of Sweden's five buffer funds will liquidate AP1, dividing assets between AP3 and AP4. Private equity specialist AP6 will also merge with AP2, expanding the opportunity for the private equity investor and securing the future of the specialist team.
Federal Thrift integrates new ex-China index; inspires others
The $946.9 billion Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) has integrated a new index that excludes China and Hong Kong in its I Fund. The strategy has now inspired leaders of US state pensions to exclude China too.
Time to walk: AP3 turns away from Europe despite bullish equity outlook
“Europe is great at discussion and regulation, but rather poor at actually doing business,” says Sweden's AP3 CIO, Jonas Thulin. “The equity market is harsh, and when it votes it walks out the door. This has been happening for a long time in Europe.”
IMCO World View: Accelerating deglobalisation v decelerating sustainability
Investors should expect more inequality, de-globalisation and volatility to influence their portfolios in 2025 alongside a heightened risk of unintended exposures. Chief strategist at IMCO, Nick Chamie, says investors should adopt a flexible, innovative approach to ensure they tether to the strongest trends while mitigating risks.
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