Find out what’s happening in the public pension community and explore the latest industry trends.
One of the most common questions NCPERS hears from public pension leaders is simple: How are our peers navigating today’s environment? That’s why I’m pleased to share that NCPERS 2026 Public Retirement Systems Study is now available. Continue Reading
NCPERS regularly highlights the latest industry job listings, new hires, and retirement announcements on behalf of its member pension funds, stakeholders, and service providers. Here you can find our latest roundup of job listings, hiring, and retirement announcements. Continue Reading
NCPERS regularly highlights the latest RFPs and RFIs in the public pension industry on behalf of its members. Here you can find our latest roundup of RPFs and RFIs. Continue Reading
In a stark departure from recent litigation trends—and what some have called “a first-of-its kind class-action lawsuit”—a former Cushman & Wakefield employee alleged that the company breached its fiduciary duties under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). Continue Reading
The 2026 Public Pension Compensation Survey is now officially underway! The survey was distributed on Tuesday, April 7 to designated survey contacts at more than 500 public pensions across the U.S. Continue Reading
This article discusses the current state of U.S. private debt and how the lower middle-market can offer a differentiated and diversifying opportunity defined by inefficiency, stronger covenants, and more conservative leverage structures. Continue Reading
Leased U.S. farmland is a pure form of real estate that delivers stable income, long‑term appreciation, and strong inflation sensitivity, while being driven by enduring demand for food, fuel, and fiber rather than economic cycles. Continue Reading
A guide to avoiding “plain vanilla” private credit: focus on underserved borrowers, tighter lender groups, and customized capital solutions. Continue Reading
NCPERS 2026 Public Retirement Systems Study offers key insights into fiscal, operational, and business practices. Continue Reading
The article outlines how co-investing has emerged as a central strategy in private equity, offering institutional investors—including pension funds—enhanced portfolio control, the potential for improved returns through reduced fees... Continue Reading
The article outlines how co-investing has emerged as a central strategy in private equity, offering institutional investors—including pension funds—enhanced portfolio control, the potential for improved returns through reduced fees... Continue Reading
NCPERS spoke with Missie O’Neal about the unique perspective women bring to public pension leadership and her experiences in her first year as ERFC’s Executive Director. Continue Reading
