Asset Allocation
Thirst for data serves Mass PRIM
The $71.9 billion Mass PRIM pores over the numbers to be sure it pays active managers only for skill. That's just one way it uses intense analysis to deliver.
Sarah RundellMay 30, 2018
Opinion
Building a better fee model
Changes in standard funds-management fee structures are inevitable. Better alignment and fairness can be arranged if the stakeholders are willing to make it happen. Mercer presents some ideas.
Nick Sykes and Rich DellMarch 9, 2018
Uncategorised posts
CalPERS says consultants could do better
CalPERS is happy with its consultants, except for their performance in recommending ways to control fees and costs and their presentation of new investment ideas, a board rating reveals.
Simon HoyleAugust 25, 2017
Asset Classes
AustralianSuper’s equities ride
The large size and penchant for active investment of the $120 billion AustralianSuper present both opportunities and challenges for its fund managers and inhouse equities team.
Amanda WhiteAugust 15, 2017
Asset Classes
Factors trump skill: MSCI
MSCI research has shown that, among top-performing funds, more than half of active returns come from factors, rather than manager skill, and style factors have the biggest impact.
Amanda WhiteJuly 14, 2017
Asset Allocation
Sampension seeks more control
As the Danish labour market pension fund puts more into alternatives and illiquid assets, it is also in talks with managers to increase its control over investment decisions and lower its costs.
Sarah RundellJune 28, 2017