According to a survey, 60% of workers still prefer to join the private pension system over the public system.
Fidelity’s 11th “Millionaire Outlook Study” finds health concerns are top stressors for all investors
“There are a lot of stressors in life that are universal and difficult to predict, like health issues or the state of the economy," says Fidelity's David Canter.
Schroders: Investor ambitions fail to reflect their actions within sustainable investments
“There remains a gulf between people’s sustainable investment aspirations and the reality of how they prioritize these factors," says Schroders' Jessica Ground.
Morgan Stanley: Retail enthusiasm for sustainable investing at an all-time high
Some 85% of US individuals now express interest in sustainable investing strategies. Individual investors now seek product choices matching their interests and impact-measurement capabilities.
Natixis survey finds “disconnect” between investors’ return expectations and tolerance for risk
“Last year’s market volatility was a strong reminder of the importance of professional advice in helping to build diversified portfolios," said David Giunta, CEO for the US and Canada at Natixis Investment Managers.
BlackRock: Global institutions shifting from public to private risk
“As the economic cycle turns, we believe that private markets can help clients navigate this more challenging environment,” said BlackRock's Edwin Conway.
Morgan Stanley: Sustainable investing gains momentum among pension, wealth entities
“The growing sophistication among asset owners about when and how to integrate ESG into the investment process creates opportunities to tailor strategies and provide customized solutions," said Morgan's Rui de Figueiredo.
Natixis: Institutions added alternative investments to counter surge in volatility
“The sudden return of market volatility is a healthy reminder that it’s important to take a consistent approach to portfolio diversification,” said David Giunta, CEO for the US and Canada at Natixis.
State Street: Reduced liquidity having higher impact on investment strategy
“Increased regulation and the pressure to manage costs have significantly changed market liquidity conditions,” says Lou Maiuri of State Street.
UBS says HNW investors more confident in markets post-Trump victory
"With the election behind us, many investors are looking ahead with a growing sense of optimism about the economy and the markets," says UBS's Paula Polito.