All IPE articles in July 2011 (Online)
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NewsESG roundup: FSI, Clean Investor 2011, Institutional Shareholder Services, Clearstream
Short-term focus of financial markets is inhibiting consideration of ESG issues, says FSI.
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Number of schemes changing benefits falls across Europe, says Aon Hewitt
New survey shows greater focus on outcomes, as there is ‘no magic wand’ to solve problems.
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NewsBRIC countries have 'strong potential' for securities lending
Attendees at ISLA conference note potential, but warn that number of barriers remain.
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Rabobank pension scheme overhauls equity portfolio
€14bn fund increases equity allocation to emerging markets and the US, largely at expense of Europe.
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NewsAustrian insurers attack Pensionskassen, see 'no need' for reform
AUSTRIA – Insurers see 'no need' for reform if assets are shifted to insurance-based occupational schemes.
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NewsGerman company pension fund association reinforces ranks
GERMANY – The association of German company pension funds (VFPK) has re-elected its board and appointed new board members to better prepare for upcoming regulatory debates.
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NewsPKBS head Stohler becomes director at Switzerland's Publica
To leave position as chief executive of €7.3bn Pensionskasse Basel-Stadt at year-end.
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NewsEconomists fault new Dutch Pensions Agreement
Deal fails to provide for individual choices or reliable collective approach, they say.
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NewsTPR admits only third of employers aware of auto-enrolment reforms
Figures released in regulator's annual report detail extent of challenge to raise awareness.
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NewsFrance may extend contributions days after implementing new measures
New measures to reform pension system may be implemented in France for workers born in 1955.
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NewsDanish pension fund TDC to sell commercial property portfolio
Becomes fourth Danish scheme to sell portfolio for shares in Aberdeen Property Fund Denmark.
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NewsSwitzerland's PK Post stands by asset allocation in 'uncertain times'
Says 'uncertain and vulnerable' markets warrant ongoing underweight position in equities.
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Corporate governance standards not to blame for financial crisis, says AP3
Submission on European Commission’s Green Paper on corporate governance urges against further regulation.
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NewsDutch minister to offer more board options for pension funds
Henk Kamp also aiming to improve internal supervision and the expertise of board members.
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NewsThree-quarters of UK trustees plan to reduce equity allocation
Survey by Pension Corporation shows 22% of trustees expect an upturn in contingent asset use.
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NewsWhat do pensions regulators need?
Regulators must do more to create rules that take better account of risk.
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NewsViennese university offers pension fund through Valida
AUSTRIA – Boku signs deal with Pensionskassen provider for all of university's 1,000 employees.
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NewsNorges Bank to acquire 50% stake in €1.4bn Paris office portfolio
Joint venture with AXA REIM follows similar deal on Crown Estate portfolio in London.
