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Investors voice disapproval of Murdoch’s sons

Investors in News Corp have clearly signalled that they oppose Rupert Murdoch’s plans to pass control of the media giant to his children, voicing strong opposition to the re-election of sons Lachlan and James Murdoch to the board at the company’s annual general meeting last week.
SAM RILEYOctober 26, 2011
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What is the future of hedge funds at CalPERS?

A rigorous debate between staff, consultant and investment committee has resulted in the $224-billion CalPERS deciding to fund an allocation to hedge funds from its global equities allocation, using futures to neutralise the policy allocation, rather than have a separate strategic asset class. But the strategy is on watch, and will be reviewed mid-next year.
Amanda WhiteSeptember 21, 2011
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CalPERS steps up ESG drive

After an extensive review and high-level workshop earlier this month the CalPERS’ investment team will seek board  approval in December for a total-fund plan to more fully integrate environmental, social and corporate governance principles into all the investment decisions it makes in each of its asset class.
SAM RILEYAugust 24, 2011
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