financial markets

Pension funds could face a dilemma over their fiduciary duties as falls in gilt yields mean they may have to buy securities that are guaranteed to lose money, according to Cambridge Associates.

Boris Mikhailov looks at the risks and benefits for schemes targeting self-sufficiency

As Europe faces a complex tapering trajectory, Michaël Lok looks at a number of emerging opportunities in credit

David Curtis says pension funds can take risk off the table without damaging their ability to access returns

Sorca Kelly-Scholte says the $5.1trn US investment grade corporate bond market offers greater opportunities to diversify.

A buyout tool which provides schemes with up-to-date pricing and comparisons between insurers has been launched by JLT Employee Benefits.

Trustees could benefit from a standardised template for the disclosure of investment transaction costs and charges from as early as April, Chris Sier has said.

Scottish Widows has launched a range four multi-asset funds targeted at those in income drawdown.

The Border to Coast Pension Partnership has selected Northern Trust as to provide third-party administration and depositary services ahead of the looming April deadline for pooling.