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UK pensions association urges coordinated reforms to unlock scalable pension investment into long-term UK growth opportunities
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German industry, government and supervisors warn proposed IORP II changes risk undermining occupational pension provision
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AnalysisWhat does the EU’s plan for new sustainability reporting standards mean for investors?
As the dust settles on the Commission’s proposal to update the ESRS, investor groups highlight key areas for optimism and concern
VideoMike Freno on Bloomberg TV
Chairman and CEO Mike Freno joined Bloomberg’s Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld at the Milken Institute Global Conference for a discussion on market volatility, private credit and how Barings is positioned as client needs continue to evolve.
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For a decade, portfolio transactions were considered the most efficient way to liquidate large German residential portfolios. Over that period, Max Seil proved the opposite – building the only German advisory platform capable of executing this alternative on an institutional scale, at institutional speed and with institutional governance standards.
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Europe stands at the beginning of a long investment super-cycle. Energy transition, digital infrastructure buildout, reshoring of industrial capacity, and a generational renewal of logistics real estate represent capital requirements running into the trillions…
White papersSocial infrastructure in Europe: where resilient income meets long-term societal need
Across Europe, demographic change and persistent undersupply in housing, healthcare and education are reshaping both how societies function and how investors think about resilience. As populations age, urban centres expand and public resources come under increasing pressure, social infrastructure is moving further into focus.
White papersAlternative living: a strategic growth market in Europe
Across Europe, alternative living concepts are evolving from niche offerings into a fully recognised institutional asset class. Formats such as student housing, senior residences, micro living, serviced apartments and co living are now integral to long term real estate strategies.
White papersPlatform depth will define real estate capital opportunities in Europe
European real estate capital markets are entering a new phase. After a prolonged period of price discovery, we are now seeing a shift toward selective, conviction-led deployment.
White papersIn a fractured private credit market, senior housing stands apart
Recent issues involving semi-liquid direct-lending vehicles have brought negative attention to private credit. For institutional investors, the takeaway isn’t to dismiss the asset class entirely, but rather to recognize that private credit encompasses a range of opportunities that differ in quality and characteristics and not all strategies are created equal.
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NewsTalks to create Iceland’s biggest pension fund stall after number crunching
Pension Fund of Commerce and Birta Pension Fund say their boards have decided not to start formal merger talks ‘at this time’
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Asset managers raise concerns over proposed EU anti-money laundering standards, noting potential disruption to global distribution of UCITS investment funds
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NewsAsset manager duo targets global active ETF in strategic partnership
State Street Investment Management and Ninety One will launch active UCITS ETFs targeting global and emerging markets investors
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Opinion PiecesEuropean asset owners can pave way in fight against system-wide corruption
Raj Thamotheram says responsible investment has failed to tackle system-wide corruption that is now being enabled by the US administration
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AnalysisIPE Nordic Briefing: Alecta keeps ITP mandate despite FSA fine
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White papersIncome-generating real estate strategies in an uncertain world
In a risk-averse macro environment, investors are prioritising income stability. LaSalle Investment Management’s debt and core equity leaders across Europe and North America discuss where and how capital can be deployed to target reliable returns.
White papersU.S. High Yield: Beyond the Maturity Wall
The maturity wall facing U.S. high yield bond issuers is sizeable. But given the market’s composition today, the wall appears less daunting for issuers—and, for investors, it’s helping shape potentially compelling opportunities.
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Private credit has rarely attracted as much attention as it does today, with increasing scrutiny around how risk is building across the asset class.




