Is NEST setting a benchmark for other DC schemes?
NEST has allocated 5% of assets to private credit and announced its two fund managers for this area. Holly Roach looks at how the provider is leading the way for other schemes
Earlier this month, NEST revealed it had selected two fund managers it will use to invest in private credit, enabling its members to benefit from greater diversification of assets. The government-backed...
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