Illiquid assets

Defined contribution (DC) schemes need to take a lead from defined benefit (DB) counterparts when looking to include illiquid assets.

The belief that maturing DB schemes should automatically move into bonds and gilts is being increasingly challenged. Kristian Brunt-Seymour explores alternatives to the traditional de-risking model.

While DB schemes have upped their allocation to illiquid assets the same can't be said for DC. However, Charlotte Moore believes this could change

Niels Jensen looks at where investors can go to generate returns in the current environment.

PP asks if the alternative asset class actually delivers diversified returns during these market jitters.

The bulk annuity market will grow significantly over the next five years in spite of higher costs due to low interest rates and Solvency II capital requirements, according to Fitch Ratings.

Nicholas Ridgway and Aruran Morgan discuss the role illiquid bonds can play in a pension scheme portfolio.

Transfers could make existing strategies unsuitable

Pension funds around the globe are collaborating and cutting out the middleman, writes PP

The Railways Pension Scheme will look to partner with other pension funds as it seeks the best ways to increase its exposure to illiquid assets.