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Future-proofing property

Investing in energy-inefficient property could have adverse effects for investors and fund managers alike if associated risks impact on asset values

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The advantages of adopting an ESG approach are hotly debated by many, but analysing firms’ human capital management could help fund managers pick stocks

Yet to reach the peak

Many are asking whether the ETF market is becoming saturated, but evidence suggests it has not yet matured, and even hints that the industry may be able to self-regulate when it does

The transformation begins

Governments are proving hard to persuade on the benefits of ESG and responsible investing, but support from the industry may convince them of the benefits

A dam big problem

Pension funds will struggle to honour defined benefit liabilities as a result of the financial crisis, but the issuance of more long-dated gilts would alleviate the problem for all

How absolute are your returns?

The goal of beating benchmarks while keeping volatility low is more important now than ever before, as is understanding the strategies that can help achieve this objective

Looking to a brighter future

Companies open and close as the business cycle continues, but how can investors understand which emerging firms will provide the strongest opportunities?

Smart beta: the new alpha?

Opportunities to generate premium returns are few and far between, so scheme trustees should act quickly to take advantage of smart beta investment approaches

Stay aboard the floating ship

As economic turmoil prevails, many asset classes are being forced to adapt to survive. Private equity is no exception, and is set to flourish further as investors seek diversification

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