All Investment articles – Page 8
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NewsIndustry ‘must do better on sharia investing’, experts say
Many UK pension funds and providers have only a limited understanding of sharia investing and Islamic finance, according to Pensions for Purpose.
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OpinionAddressing the complexity of social factors
Following the publication of the Taskforce on Social Factors’ first report, Maria Nazarova-Doyle explains the group’s approach and what it means for trustees.
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NewsDB schemes expect strong fixed income returns
Pension schemes expected fixed income asset classes to top the charts over the next 12 months for investment returns, according to research.
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NewsAviva converts climate strategy to LTAF
Aviva Investors has unveiled its second long-term asset fund (LTAF) with a real assets strategy focused on the climate transition.
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NewsHSBC adds private markets to DC scheme [updated]
The £7bn defined contribution (DC) scheme for HSBC Bank plans to invest in private markets for the first time through an allocation to a new long-term asset fund (LTAF).
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NewsTfL Pension Fund acquires wind farm
The Transport for London (TfL) Pension Fund has purchased an onshore wind farm for an undisclosed sum from DIF Capital Partners.
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NewsAct on social factors now, regulator urges
The Taskforce on Social Factors has set out a series of recommendations and considerations for pension scheme trustees on understanding risks and opportunities related to social factors.
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FeaturesHow are DB schemes changing the gilts market?
Data from Bloomberg Intelligence suggests that DB schemes could sell out of the gilt market completely in seven years. But is it accurate?
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NewsLPFA ahead of emissions reduction target
The £7.7bn London Pensions Fund Authority has succeeded in reducing emissions from listed equity investments by 75% compared to 2019.
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FeaturesBudget 2024: Key announcements for the pensions sector
Pensions Expert’s full round up of what chancellor Jeremy Hunt said in his Budget speech, how the industry reacted, and more key data and information.
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VideosT. Rowe Price at the LAPF Strategic Investment Forum
Pensions Expert talks to Arif Husain, Global Head of Fixed Income and CIO at T. Rowe Price, at the LAPF Strategic Investment Forum.
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NewsThe importance of good governance in alternatives
Leading pension CIOs discuss private credit, consultants, and re-assessing fixed income.
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VideosTalking blue bonds with T. Rowe Price's Arif Husain
Pensions Expert talks to Arif Husain, Global Head of Fixed Income and CIO at T. Rowe Price about the potential of the blue bond market
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NewsAre asset managers really exaggerating ESG claims?
When an asset manager labels a fund as ‘green’, do they really mean it?
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NewsInvestors seeking refuge in alternative assets
A poll of institutional investors indicates that concerns about volatility are fuelling demand for alternatives – with hedge funds top of the shopping list.
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NewsClarity on fiduciary duty and sustainability
The government’s green finance strategy report commissioned the FMLC to clarify fiduciary duty after years of debate.
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NewsSchroders wins major outsourced mandate from Tesco
The UK listed investment giant is to replace Tesco’s in-house team as the £12.9bn scheme’s principal manager.
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NewsDC funds more open to real assets
International research shows that defined contribution pension funds want to allocate more to real estate and infrastructure.
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NewsPension funds turn to renewable energy
A survey of pension funds and insurance companies has found significant interest in increasing investment into renewable energy.
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FeaturesMaking net zero a reality
A net zero commitment means putting climate change at the heart of how portfolios are managed. Are UK DC schemes ready?