White papersFrontier Bonds: An enterprise worth exploring
Their high yields attract attention, but the diversification potential of frontier bonds deserves equal billing. Under-researched economies, domestic investor bases and reform momentum create opportunities for investors prepared to look beyond familiar markets, explains Witold Bahrke, Senior Macro and Allocation Strategist at Global Evolution.
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NewsUK regulator urges pension trustees to assess hidden AI investment risks
Growing AI investment could leave diversified pension portfolios exposed to hidden concentration risks, prompting new regulatory guidance for trustees
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NewsGerman church pension fund appoints asset management head
Susanne Weitz will succeed Oliver Lang at the €38bn German church pension fund in April 2027
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NewsEFAMA calls for changes to SFDR 2.0 proposals as trilogues kick off
The association wants the transition category to be made more flexible by making it easier for corporate issuers to qualify
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NewsPension Protection Fund pauses superfund levy amid framework review
A one-year levy pause and revised valuation assumptions come as regulatory approvals advance for UK superfunds
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NewsPeople moves: Pension Protection Fund names chief actuary
Matt Gurden, deputy government actuary at the Government Actuary’s Department, will join the PPF next year
White papersCore Matters: Riding the AI waves through thematic baskets
AI is driving one of the largest investment cycles in modern technology history. Global AI-related infrastructure investment in 2026 is expected to be around $1 trillion, of which the largest part is in the US1. The key investment question is whether AI demand can justify the scale of capital expenditure currently underway. So far, the evidence is encouraging.
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InterviewsSpotlight on UK LGPS: LGPS Central takes phased approach as pool expands beyond £100bn
LGPS Central is taking a phased approach to its expansion as it adjusts to a larger pool, new partner funds and an expanded role
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NewsMansion House Accord signatories invest £11.1bn in UK private markets
Signatories have invested billions in UK private markets, but providers warn that further growth depends on investable opportunities
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NewsChurch Commissioners steps up human rights voting action
A more systematic voting approach drove a fivefold increase in human rights-related opposition, alongside revised climate targets
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NewsTPT clears regulatory hurdle for DB superfund launch
The provider aims to complete its first transaction in early 2027 as competition grows in the UK superfund market
White papersCore Matters: 5-year returns forecasts - The return of carry
Global stocks look like they will enjoy another above-10% gain in 2026, for the fourth year in a row; at +13% year-to-date, the MSCI World has been less brilliant than in the past three years (respectively +22%, +18% and +22%), but that still caps an exceptional decade that will have seen the total return index more than triple.
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NewsNetherlands retains top spot in Marsh CFA global pensions ranking
Under new Marsh branding, former Mercer international study of pension systems comes with warning about declining sustainability of pension systems
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NewsGerman parliament backs state-funded pension savings for children
Children will receive monthly state contributions into retirement savings accounts, as Germany seeks to expand capital-funded pensions
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AnalysisPRI in Person: Investors shift focus from climate targets to delivery
Investors challenged climate targets, debated AI governance and warned that sustainability disclosure reforms could undermine consistency across markets
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NewsBiffa pension fund in £275m buy-in deal with Standard Life
The transaction secures the benefits of 3,070 scheme members
White papersLDI Fixed Income Outlook: Where are the new safe havens?
Despite the bond market sell-off, there is no reason for hasty decision-making, says Sebastiano Chiodino, Head of Liability-Driven Investing (LDI) Fixed Income at Generali Asset Management S.p.A.,* as strong corporate fundamentals and interest-rate volatility continue to create opportunities for long-term, active investors.
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NewsItaly’s metalworking sector challenges portability of employer pension contributions
Employers’ associations and unions challenge rules allowing workers to transfer contributions from Italy’s industry-wide pension funds elsewhere
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NewsPensions UK conference: adequacy and LGPS reform dominate debate
Pensions Commission recommendations, dashboard readiness and LGPS accountability dominated debate, as pensions minister Torsten Bell warned against speculation
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AnalysisGerman companies weigh pooling DB/DC assets to access private markets
Pooling DB and DC assets could widen private market access, but differing objectives may limit cost savings
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