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Past volatility making way for future steady yields

The role of emerging markets debt is evolving from a return-enhancer to providing some buffer against volatile markets. Emerging markets debt has been one of the best performing asset classes in the last decade but experts say those spectacular returns may be a thing of the past. There are signs emerging markets debt is becoming […]
SAM RILEYJuly 11, 2012
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Macro risks remain dominant: Cambridge

Macro-economic risks remain the biggest investment concern this year, while certain distressed assets will present the best opportunities, according to managing director of Cambridge Associates, Sandra Urie. “The dislocation in European markets has already created investment opportunities across different credit markets, and we believe these may expand as the pace of European bank deleveraging accelerates,” […]
Amanda WhiteJanuary 4, 2012
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Pennsylvania changes investment approach

After weathering this year’s market turmoil the $26 billion Pennsylvania State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS) has a new chief investment officer and a new investment approach after changing consultants that have advised the fund for almost 20 years.
SAM RILEYDecember 14, 2011
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Cambridge releases internal databases

The growth in internal management is changing how asset consultants interact with clients, and the current market volatility means timely information can be vital to performance, Cambridge Associates chief executive officer Sandy Urie tells Top1000funds.com’s Sam Riley.
SAM RILEYNovember 16, 2011
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Endowment investing in the post-crisis world

Like most asset allocation strategies, the ‘endowment model’ for investing was challenged by the financial crisis and its practitioners have learnt lessons from the episode, according to Sandra Urie, CEO at Cambridge Associates, an asset consultant with deep experience in the field.
SIMON MUMMEApril 6, 2011
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