Ireland ISIF sparks local economy
The Ireland Strategic Investment Fund pours money into private markets in the local economy that are underserved, to spark GDP growth. Despite challenges finding opportunities, it works.
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.
The Ireland Strategic Investment Fund pours money into private markets in the local economy that are underserved, to spark GDP growth. Despite challenges finding opportunities, it works.
A controversial loan and an accounting scandal at an investee company demonstrate the value of ESG practices at the $131 billion South African Government Employees Pension Fund.
APG is one of the few large asset owners putting AI to work effectively in its investment process. Amanda White looks at how it is integrating machine learning and more to enhance decisions.
The C$337 billion CPPIB works towards a full understanding of its external managers’ strategies. These efforts, plus a customised fee structure, ensure a focus on long horizons.
The $233.3 billion pension fund, CDPQ, is looking to expand its sizeable private-equity allocation with moves into emerging markets and unconventional deals. Flexibility is essential.
The head of North Carolina’s pension fund, Treasurer Dale Folwell, is dropping some managers, calling out others, and remaining cautious about reallocating capital – all without a CIO.
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