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People Moves
Presbyterian Pension Seeks Director Of Investments
The $6.5 billion Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church is seeking a director of investments.
06.12.06
Industry News
Study: U.S. Plans See Decrease In Liabilities As Assets Rise
The first five months of 2006 have been kind to U.S. pension plans, largely due to higher interest
06.12.06
Hedge Funds Alternatives
Va. Plan Decision On Alts. 'Doesn"t Look Promising'
The Norfolk (Va.) Employees Retirement System will discuss a potential investment in hedge funds
06.09.06
Cash/Currency
CalSTRS To Issue Currency Overlay RFP Later This Year
The $142 billion California State Teachers Retirement System will issue an RFP later this year for
06.09.06
Consultant/OCIO/Discretionary
WSIB Selects 3 Specialty Consultants
The $69.9 billion Washington State Investment Board hired three firms for a pre-approved specialty
06.09.06
Industry News
Morgan Stanley Launches Absolute Return Fund For Small Institutions, Individuals
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has launched an absolute return fund that will offer an
06.09.06
People Moves
Alexandria Administrator Leaves Plan
Caterina Tarver, pension administrator for the Alexandria (Va.) Police & Fire Retirement System,
06.09.06
Industry News
Fifth Third Launches Active Core-Plus Portfolio
Fifth Third Asset Management has launched an active core-plus portfolio. The portfolio, which the
06.09.06
Real Estate Alternatives Surveys/Studies
Michigan County May Move To Alternatives
The $50 million Midland County (Mich.) Employees Retirement System may invest up to 10% in
06.08.06
Alternatives Surveys/Studies
Ohio Foundation Eyeing Alternatives
The $130 million Akron (Ohio) Community Foundation is considering a maiden investment in
06.08.06