Equity risk premium distorted by short-termism: LUCRF
The equity risk premium is as high as it is because investors are looking at portfolio too often, according to Daniel Grioli of LUCRF
Longevity basis risk research underway
Research into longevity basis risk is underway to help develop a life market, led by Macquarie University
Australians no longer ‘disengaged’ with their super
Australians are showing a marked in responsible, ethical investment options and how their savings a managed
Four factors for super funds to keep members’ trust
To keep members’ trust super funds should not use “simple levers” when faced with competitive pressures
VicSuper expands distribution team
VicSuper has appointed an executive manager of distribution to help grow its financial planning presence
Rethinking the role of equities
Investors are exploring if small caps, emerging markets or enhanced passive might help deliver stronger returns
Room for improvement in sustainability reporting
Sustainability reporting has dramatically improved in the past 10 years, but with inconsistent levels, many still need to lift their game
GPIF announces boosted stewardship role
A year on from signing the PRI, the world’s biggest pension fund will seek discussion with non-Japanese asset owners regarding ESG advances
CIPRs may help with baby boomer ‘wave’ of retirees
CIPR development may slow and legislation is yet to arrive, but work on their development continues.
Where has all the innovation gone?
With insurance claims on the rise and insurers’ profits on the way down, the industry is in danger of sacrificing innovation in the rush to restore profitability
Helping a typical person achieve greatness
Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them, wrote Shakespeare. Former Sunsuper chief says all employees are capable of greatness
Disconnection, trust and moving an organisation forward
Superannuation executives need to let go of what has previously worked and move on, if they want to continue to build trust with their employees, said Kamal Sarma, chief executive of Rezilium
