PRI rallies boards on data security
A group of more than 50 investors has formed to help raise awareness and standards for data protection. As related risks become a primary concern for directors, PRI is co-ordinating efforts.
Why traditional investment committees can amplify group biases
Investment committee meetings, a governance cornerstone at every asset owner organisation, run the risk of amplifying group biases and social dynamics, and can push the IC towards recommending more extreme investment positions collectively than the average of their individual views. Bernhard Scherer, head of portfolio implementation at ADIA, unpacks the thesis in a new paper.
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OPTrust takes climate-change action
The $15 billion Canadian pension plan considers active engagement more effective than divestment and market forces more immediate than regulation, as it works towards a low-carbon economy.
HOOPP ponders re-allocating risk
Canada's Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan is considering adding to its celebrated strategy with moves into reinsurance and infrastructure, based on forecasts of rapid growth in its assets.
LPP takes first steps building a culture
The UK’s new Local Pensions Partnership is establishing its identity by learning from established funds, welcoming new ideas and seeking opportunities based on like-minded partners not size.
CalPERS wants PE revamp to move quickly
The board of CalPERS is still wrestling with issues such as pay and level of control over its new private-equity entity. Meanwhile, opportunities could slip away if the launch is delayed.
AustralianSuper on shaping ownership
Jim Craig is chair of the investment committee for the $76 billion AustralianSuper. He talks to Amanda White about aligning principles and strategy for Australia’s largest superannuation fund.
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