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Rest Super’s selective approach to PE pays off as program comes of age
A concentrated bet on fewer, better GP relationships is paying off for one of Australia's largest superannuation funds. Built on selective manager and deal selection rather than a broad roster, the A$112 billion ($78 billion) Rest Super delivered private equity returns more than double the peer average last financial year, as the fund proactively courts top-tier PE firms instead of waiting to be approached.
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Pioneers of the Canadian model say its principles are under siege
A founding principle of the Canadian pension system is under attack. The Fiduciary Investors Symposium in Toronto heard from four individuals who have been instrumental in making the system what it is today, and that the sound principles that made the system great need to be defended.
Why MFS no longer pays on short-term results
If managers want to reinforce their long-term investor bona fides they should adopt appropriate time horizons for investments they make, disclose more about asset holding duration, and reconsider paying themselves based on short-term results. Only then will the interests of asset owners and the managers they employ be truly aligned.
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CFA Institute views on net zero
CFA Institute presents its views on net zero, and climate-related disclosures by public companies. mrec4inarticleinline Sponsored Content scnative1 scnative2 scnative3
Net-zero hour
As the global association of investment professionals, CFA Institute monitors key debates and evolving developments across the investment industry. In recent years, one significant topic of discussion has been the role and application of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) information in the investment management process. mrec4inarticleinline Sponsored Content scnative1 scnative2 scnative3
‘Golden age of private credit’ comes with idiosyncratic risks: Pictet
Pictet private debt head Andreas Klein says “mainstream” private credit investments have run their course as buyout activity decreases and global regulators up their oversight. Instead, investors should consider “micro-niches”, but he warns these emerging corners of the market come with hidden and unique risks.
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