ESG integration should find its natural home in CDI strategies
Portfolios constructed using a cashflow-driven approach can prove to be a good fit for meeting ESG regulatory requirements and mitigating risk, says David Curtis.
The launch of the government's Green Finance Strategy has pushed ESG up trustees' agendas and, from 2020, trustees will need to report in line with the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related...
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NEST awards private credit mandate to BNP Paribas
Asset manager BNP Paribas has been awarded a private credit mandate by Nest following a competitive open tender.
Industry Voice: Economic policy or economic growth? What matters most for sovereign bond quality and performance? See Eaton Vance's latest report
In this paper, Marshall Stocker, Ph.D, CFA, explores the key drivers of sovereign bond ratings, spread performance and frequency of defaults, paying particular attention to the determinant role that economic policy plays.
Kent LGPS fund says Woodford closure is 'in best interests' of investors
The Kent Pension Fund has reassured members that the closure of Woodford Investment Management will not affect its ability to pay benefits.
Industry Voice: CDI - Is solely sterling feasible?
Given the modest size of the UK IG corporate bond market, we believe a globally-focused and actively managed IG corporate portfolio and a careful portfolio construction can help UK DB schemes.
LPGS pools launch climate and real estate funds
LGPS Central has launched a multi-factor equity fund with climate considerations core to its investment process.