The Big Picture

JUNE 13, 2023

Private debt, private credit was unheard of in Europe until the banks effectively went into this massive liquidity squeeze and all those asset managers had to step in and fill this void. Private equity at the time was only about buyout and LBO. Great opportunity for us. And I think this is where the industry should be heading.

Banks 59

Banks Asset Management Assets Capital 59

Pension Pulse

MAY 22, 2024

Ian Bickis of The Canadian Press reports CPP Investments earned 8 per cent in latest fiscal year, net assets rose to $632 billion: Canada's biggest pension fund earned an eight per cent return last year, but significantly underperformed the 19.9 Management fees decreased by $10 million, remaining broadly in line with the prior year.

Investing 59

Investing Pension Funds Stakes Assets 59

Pension Pulse

MAY 24, 2023

In private credit, tightening credit conditions resulting from a handful of bank failures and rescues in the United States have opened up opportunities for non-bank players like pension funds, he said. Management fees increased by $165 million, due to an increase in average assets managed by external fund managers.

Investing 52

Investing Stakes Pension Funds Assets 52