What Dutch pension fund reform means for fixed income and risk allocations
As the Netherlands’ overhaul of its €1.45 trillion ($1.6 trillion) pension sector gathers pace, funds are preparing to change their asset mix and hedging policies.
As the Netherlands’ overhaul of its €1.45 trillion ($1.6 trillion) pension sector gathers pace, funds are preparing to change their asset mix and hedging policies.
The €9 billion ($10 billion) Dutch fund for disabled workers, PWRI, has introduced a proprietary index that tilts towards companies that prioritise workers’ rights and health and safety issues. It’s a revolutionary approach to reflect the fund’s distinctive ESG priorities and a guide for other investors wanting to prioritise the “s” in ESG.
The Netherlands’ biggest pension fund has said it will not be able to maintain its current asset allocations and risk/return profile if proposed Dutch pension reforms do not go ahead.
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