All Infrastructure articles – Page 7
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OpinionHow to beat volatility in 2019
With an eye purely on the numbers, it might be tough to pinpoint exactly what has led to the worst year for stock markets since the end of the global financial crisis.
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News
PIC invests further £125m in University of Exeter
On the go: Pension Insurance Corporation has completed an additional £125m investment with University Partnerships Programme, allowing UPP to design, build, fund and operate affordable accommodation for the University of Exeter.
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OpinionInvesting in alternatives: Opportunities and obstacles
Pension scheme investment into alternative asset classes has increased significantly over recent years.
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OpinionPatient capital in DC: Worth the risk?
From the blog: Philip Hammond wants pension funds to invest in patient capital, and publishing a policy paper on the subject for the second Budget in a row, it appears his approach is rather, well, patient.
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FeaturesJaguar scheme opts for forestry and farmland
The Jaguar Pension Plan has invested in agriculture and timber funds in a bid to diversify its portfolio and develop its exposure to opportunistic private markets.
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NewsHammond’s Budget looks to unlock DC savings for patient capital
The government is to consult next year on whether the charge cap for defined contribution default funds should be changed to unlock greater investment in patient capital, as part of a Budget with significant implications for DC savers.
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NewsThales ups alts for predictable cash flows
Trustees of the Thales defined benefit pension fund have taken steps to move away from listed equities and increased the scheme’s exposure to investments with more predictable cash flows.
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FeaturesBBC matches cash flows after strong 2017 returns
The BBC Pension Scheme has slashed its exposure to equity markets, in an attempt to lock in recent outperformance with liability-driven investment, private credit and alternative matching assets.
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FeaturesKent cuts passive equities for private equity and infra
The £6.2bn Kent County Council Superannuation Fund has moved capital from UK passive equities into private equity and infrastructure. The fund narrowly missed its benchmark for returns in the year to March 2018, after underperformance from equity and fixed income mandates.
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Opinion
DC Debate Q3: Updating asset allocations
In the second part of this quarter’s debate, our five DC professionals look beyond the traditional bond and equity portfolio to consider issues including diversified growth funds, alternatives and ESG.
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FeaturesLPFA looks to build on latest property allocation
The London Pensions Fund Authority will cut the ribbon next year on the Pontoon Dock, a residential property project incorporating 154 high quality privately rented homes and 82 affordable homes available for rental or shared ownership.
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FeaturesRhondda Cynon Taf approves plan for alternatives
The Rhondda Cynon Taf Pension Fund has agreed to wind down its lofty equity exposure in favour of new allocations to absolute return bonds and infrastructure.
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FeaturesNilgosc makes inroads into infrastructure funds
The Northern Ireland Local Government Officers’ Superannuation Committee has pledged millions in infrastructure investment in the past 12 months, and is now turning to review opportunities in absolute return bonds and multi-asset credit.
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OpinionDoes the DC charge cap hinder value for money?
At first glance, the defined contribution charge cap seems an obvious benefit to pension savers. Of course it is, I hear you cry! It is the main way in which DC schemes actually deliver value. Lower costs equal better value. Job done.
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News
GLIL relaunched under regulated structure
Infrastructure platform GLIL, formed in 2015 by the London Pensions Fund Authority and the Greater Manchester Pension Fund, has been relaunched under a regulated structure.
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FeaturesTeesside invests in energy storage ahead of pooling
The £3.9bn Middlesbrough Borough Council Teesside Pension Fund has invested in operational grid-scale energy storage assets, through the British Strategic Investment Fund.
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OpinionHow negative cash flow will shape DB investments
From the blog: If there is one thing UK defined benefit schemes are not paying enough attention to, it’s cash flow.
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Opinion
Editor's picks: What you need to know about patient capital
Autumn Budget 2017: On Wednesday, chancellor Philip Hammond said innovative high-growth firms should get investment from pension funds, raising questions over appetite and feasibility. Three articles from the past year look at the issues at stake.
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OpinionWhat are the current challenges in infrastructure investing?
As a long-term investor, there is a lot to like about infrastructure. It has many qualities that make it a great addition to a pension scheme portfolio.
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Features
Greater Manchester impact investment to build 2,000 homes
The £21.3bn Greater Manchester Pension Fund is in the latter stages of concluding a series of impact investment deals, worth about £100m, which will build roughly 2,000 local homes.