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Study: There’s A Better Way To Withstand Downturns Than Old DB Model

Under new set-up, a plan is over-funded, which serves as a cushion in a downturn. Any benefit cuts are only as a last resort.

06.05.20
Industry News
Federal Thrift Chairman Resigns

Michael Kennedy, chairman of the $612 billion Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board, has resigned his post to pursue another opportunity, effective June 30.

06.05.20
In The News
Justices Appear To Slam Door On Most Pension Plan Litigation

A Supreme Court decision this week may have essentially put an end to lawsuits that allege corporate pension plans are being mismanaged.

06.05.20
People Moves
Midwest State Police Fund Names Interim Executive Director

A Midwestern state police pension fund agreed to a contract with an interim executive director at today’s meeting.

06.05.20
People Moves
T. Rowe Price Hires EMEA Solutions Strategist

T. Rowe Price Associates has named Michael Walsh as solutions strategist for Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

06.05.20
Multi-Asset/Investment Advisor
West Coast Agencies Issue Investment Advisor RFP

A pair of West Coast transportation agencies have issued an RFP for investment advisory services.

06.05.20
People Moves
Verus Hires Managing Director For Pittsburgh Office 

Verus hired Ted Hermann as a managing director for its newly established Pittsburgh office.

06.05.20
In The News
Investors Climb Back Into Riskiest Emerging-Market Bonds

Borrowing costs for the world’s least creditworthy countries have dropped sharply, though remain elevated.

06.05.20
People Moves
BlackRock Hires Private Capital Markets MD

Michael Lawton joined BlackRock Private Capital Markets as a managing director on June 1.

06.05.20
Non-U.S. & Global Equity
Midwest Plan Adds Active Int’l Mandate

A Midwestern pension plan hired an active international equity manager to replace a passive mandate earlier in the quarter.

06.05.20