Surveys/Studies
E&Fs Utilize Private Markets To Boost Returns, Meet Responsible Investment Objectives: Report

Study finds endowments and foundations are expanding their use of private investments.

05.14.20
ESG
Northeastern Fund Outperformed Market Since Beginning Divestment, Finding Impact Investment Opportunities.

A Northeastern fund has outperformed the market benchmark in the five years since it began to cut its fossil fuel exposure, which is now less than 1% of its portfolio.

05.14.20
Surveys/Studies
E&Fs First Quarter Returns Worse Than All Institutional Plans: Wilshire

Larger institutions outperformed smaller plans during the quarter.

05.14.20
Industry News
Investors Expect Long-Term Business Effects Due To COVID-19: Survey

But private investment and tech industry seems well-positioned to withstand the immediate negative impacts.

05.14.20
Asset Study/Review
Midwest Foundation Adds Hedge Fund Managers

A Midwestern foundation added several hedge fund managers to its portfolio following a significant shake-up to its manager roster over the fiscal year.

05.14.20
Industry News
Mid-Atlantic Institution Searching For Risk Associate

A Mid-Atlantic institution is searching for a risk associate.

05.14.20
Searches And Hires Multi-Asset/Investment Advisor
Western Tribal Organization Searching For 401k Advisor

A Western tribal organization has issued an RFP seeking firms to provide management advice and consultation on its employee retirement 401k accounts.

05.14.20
Administrator - Bundled
Midwest University Funds New Endowment With Utility System Transaction Proceeds

A Midwestern university funded a new endowment after successfully transferring management of its utility system in a public-private partnership transaction.

05.14.20
Asset Study/Review
Southern 529 Plan Transitioning Portfolio

A Southern 529 plan enhanced its investment menu with new investment options this month.

05.14.20
Industry News
Minnesota College Snags Iowa College Finance Head

A Minnesota-based college has hired a new v.p. and treasurer from a college based in Iowa.

05.14.20