Performance of the largest endowments generally trailed that of their smaller counterparts for the second year in a row due to a lack of exposure to the U.S. equity markets and large technology companies, according to new research from an investment consultant.
Endowments and foundations have increased their interest in responsible investing practices despite expressing less concern about the economic backdrop, according to the preliminary results of an annual study.
Managers are launching new open-end real assets funds as competition is increasing in most strategy types and firms that offer more investor-friendly fees and terms can be more competitive in searches, according to a new study.
Manager research teams must work harder and tailor their marketing approaches in order to gain attention and win assets from consultants in a changed investment environment, a new study finds.
Political pressure has deterred 10% of asset owners from continuing to incorporate ESG considerations into their investment decisions as 34% of the institutions find responding to the backlash time consuming and costly, 24% of them fearing litigation and 14% feeling pressure from stakeholders, new research shows.
As potential flashpoints around the world weigh heavy on the minds of global institutional investors, many still expect to capitalize on the volatility stirred up by political trends in the long run.