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Commentary: A Solution For Illinois’ State Retirement Crisis

What Illinois needs is a road map to reform that’s readily available when the state’s finances finally break down. At Wirepoints, we’ve laid out a path for fixing Illinois’ biggest problem: pensions.

09.24.20
In The News
Consultants Dial Up Transparency And Culture Assessment Of Alternatives

“Everyone loves to hear about culture now,” according to Willis Towers Watson’s Sara Rejal, who noted during a panel discussion at the Absolute Returns Conference Digital 2020 conference on Wednesday that funds are interested in a broader due diligence particularly with its hedge fund and alternative strategy partners.

09.24.20
In The News
Daily ESG Briefing: Pittsburgh Pension Fund Adopts Sweeping SRI Policy

The latest developments in sustainable finance.

09.24.20
People Moves
Schroders Names Fixed-Income Head

Firm has appointed Andy Chorlton as head of fixed-income.

09.24.20
Real Estate
Mid-Atlantic Plan Adds Real Estate Commitments

A Mid-Atlantic pension plan added a pair of real estate commitments and redeemed a hedge fund investment at yesterday’s board meeting.

09.24.20
Consultant/OCIO/Discretionary
Northeast Township Posts Pension, OPEB Consultant RFPs

A Northeastern township has issued investment consultant RFPs for its pension and OPEB plans.

09.24.20
Industry News
Midwest 529 Program Searching For Finance Officer

A 529 program based in the Midwest is looking to hire a finance officer.

09.24.20
Industry News
University Endowments Can Help Close Wealth Gap Using Racial Equity Investing Approaches

Institutions should divest from products and firms that profit from racial disparities, according to report.

09.24.20
Industry News
Ongoing: E&Fs Rebound In Q2 As YTD Numbers Climb Closer To Even

Most nonprofits seeing returns in the low to mid-teens and year-to-date numbers rebounding to low negative single digits.

09.24.20
Asset Study/Review
Southwestern University Revises Foundation Investment Policy Statement

A Southwestern university revised the target asset allocation for its foundation as part of changes to its investment policy statement this summer.

09.24.20