Brexit

Strategy

Pensions must brace for Brexit impact

The chances of Britain leaving the EU without a withdrawal deal seem greater than ever. Retirement systems need to prepare for changing valuations and disruptions to how they do business.

Matti LeppäläOctober 16, 2018

Asset Allocation

Strathclyde cuts equity allocation

The UK’s largest public pension fund is de-risking its successful equities portfolio and looking to private debt, emerging-market debt, global credit and UK infrastructure to fill the void.

Sarah RundellOctober 26, 2017

Investor Profile

USS goes direct in private markets

The UK’s $78 billion USS remains growth focused despite a funding deficit, employing direct investment in private markets and tapping US government bonds in anticipation of lower gilt prices.

Sarah RundellOctober 23, 2017

Asset Classes

Post-Brexit uncertainty reigns

‘Selective optimism’ in UK real estate, infrastructure and other assets characterises investors across Europe as they scramble to tell the genuine opportunities from fool’s gold following Brexit.

Sarah RundellMarch 15, 2017

Uncategorised posts

On the geopolitical horizon

It’s impossible for asset owners to predict the year’s geopolitical upsets. Diversification will be the key to a resilient portfolio.

Dan PurvesMarch 2, 2017

Investor Profile

Wellcome sterling bet eases Brexit pain

Calling sterling correctly ahead of Brexit and sitting patiently in large caps are key components of Wellcome Trust’s success, which means more money for fighting drug-resistant infections.

Sarah RundellJanuary 25, 2017

Strategy

Pensions must brace for Brexit impact

Asset Allocation

Strathclyde cuts equity allocation

Investor Profile

USS goes direct in private markets

Asset Classes

Post-Brexit uncertainty reigns

Uncategorised posts

On the geopolitical horizon

Investor Profile

Wellcome sterling bet eases Brexit pain

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