Trends
Q4 2022: Non-U.S. Equity Manager Hires Reign Over Domestic Equities

Non-U.S. and global equity saw greater interest than domestic strategies during the fourth quarter, according to FIN Searches hiring data.

02.21.23
Surveys/Studies
Universities See Sharp Decline In Average Endowment Return, Long-Awaited By Industry: Study

Higher education endowments’ average investment return was down sharply in the 2022 fiscal year ending June 30 reflecting a sudden entry into the long-anticipated low-return environment, according to a recent study.

02.17.23
Surveys/Studies
Responsible Investing, ESG Principles Gaining Steam Among Colleges & Universities: Study

U.S. colleges and universities’ adherence to ESG principles is growing as institutions have increased their commitment to ESG in their investments policies and portfolios, while others are considering incorporating policies, according to a recent study.

02.17.23
Surveys/Studies
Investors Report Significant Jump In Sustainable, Impact Investing Engagement: Survey

Institutional investor engagement in sustainable and impact investing has experienced 80% growth since 2018, new research finds.

02.09.23
Surveys/Studies
Poor 2022 Public Market Returns Drop U.S. Foundation Assets: FoundationMark

U.S. foundation assets fell nearly $250 billion in 2022 and are now at their lowest level since December 2018.

01.25.23
Surveys/Studies
Greater Alts. Allocations Help Mega Endowments Rise Above Smaller Peers: Report

Mega endowments continue to outpace their smaller peers despite the challenging market environment due in part to greater allocations to diversifying alternative asset classes, according to a recent report.

01.19.23
Profiles
MiddleGround Bucks Private Equity Industry Trend With Year-End Break

Private equity firm MiddleGround Capital is meeting its employees where it counts on cultivating a work/life balance.

01.17.23
Surveys/Studies
Fragile U.S. Pension Funds Not On Track To Meet Investment Return Targets: Report

Even if they generate a positive overall return, new research finds that a majority of U.S. pension funds are not on track to hit their assumed rates of return for 2023.

01.13.23
Surveys/Studies
Strong Leadership, Firm Culture, Digital Transformation Investment Shape Manager Success: Deloitte

Rethinking workplace models without sacrificing culture, addressing investments in technology and customizing product offerings will earn success this year.

01.12.23
Surveys/Studies
Regulatory Responses Shape ESG Landscape Following Tumultuous Year For Investors: Report

Report identified emerging risks and key themes to comprehend the challenges and opportunities that corporations and investors may face.

01.05.23