Fantastic conversation with Igor Halperin around the application of reinforcement learning into forecasting problem, and the limits to data and understanding the world.
Sampension: Why there are many reasons to be optimistic
Now is not the time to reduce risk, argues Henrik Olejasz Larsen, chief investment officer of Sampension, Denmark’s $50 billion pension fund for public and private sector employees. In an interview with Top1000funds.com, he says corporate profits have not deteriorated, and although the market has been tested from multiple directions, the underlying optimism driving equities is strong enough to overrule the negative impact of geopolitical risk.
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AI, humans and the new age of asset management
AI cannot yet fully replicate human behaviour in all its dimensions, but if we are able to mitigate the risks that have and will come from multiple sources, it can be a game changer for our industry.
NYCERS eyes more US regional bank risk
The growing divergence between the Fed funds rate and interest rates on checking accounts is increasing the risk of bank deposit outflows for US regional banks. It's one reason why NYCERS' Steven Meier expects more failures and consolidation ahead.
Trustees urging UK pension schemes to stress test for spike in yields
UK pension funds are better prepared for a climb in gilt yields. After last years crisis many DB funds are now stress testing for an 8 per cent climb in gilt yields, says pension fund trustee Tegs Harding.
Commercial Real Estate: Into the Headwinds
Key Takeaways The commercial real estate market faces significant headwinds such as tighter credit conditions, income pressure and elevated refinancing needs over the next two years. In the US, while the risks are acute for owners of office properties, commercial real estate remains a diverse asset class and pockets of resilience can be found. As
Cashflows and risk management drive PSP Investments
The risk of a deficit is a key driver in the management of PSP Investments as it looks to build resilience and cashflows in its portfolio. Amanda White spoke to CIO Eduard van Gelderen.
CalPERS eyes the alpha opportunities in the green transition
The most compelling alpha opportunities in the transition come from investors buying assets in high emitting sectors and help them green. Brookfield Asset Management's Mark Carney, guest speaker at a recent CalPERS investment committee meeting, lays out the opportunity
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