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Tax Law and Why It Matters to Public Plans
Tax Law and Why It Matters to Public Plans

Explore how IRS funding cuts impact tax law enforcement and guidance on SECURE Act changes, affecting public pension plans and state tax revenues. Continue Reading

Date posted03/3/2025


Why U.S. Small- and Mid-Cap Equities Now?
Why U.S. Small- and Mid-Cap Equities Now?

Discover why U.S. small- and mid-cap equities are gaining attention with generational low valuations, improved earnings growth, and benefits from onshoring and M&A trends. Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2025


WEP-GPO Repeal: When Will Public Sector Workers Receive Adjusted Social Security Benefits?
WEP-GPO Repeal: When Will Public Sector Workers Receive Adjusted Social Security Benefits?

The Social Security Administration has begun paying retroactive and increased benefits to public sector workers affected by WEP-GPO, following the repeal under the Social Security Fairness Act. Continue Reading

Date posted02/26/2025


Recent Supreme Court Decisions Signal Increased Investor Litigation
Recent Supreme Court Decisions Signal Increased Investor Litigation

Recent Supreme Court rulings limit SEC enforcement power, shifting investor protection to litigation. Learn how these decisions impact securities fraud cases. Continue Reading

Date posted02/25/2025


NCPERS: Public Pensions Demonstrate Fiscal Strength as Average Funded Ratios Reach Five-Year High
NCPERS: Public Pensions Demonstrate Fiscal Strength as Average Funded Ratios Reach Five-Year High

NCPERS 2025 study reveals public pensions' fiscal strength with a five-year high 83.1% funded ratio, 9.47% returns, and improved funding discipline. Continue Reading

Date posted02/24/2025


Legislative and Regulatory Outlook for Texas Public Pension Systems in 2025
Legislative and Regulatory Outlook for Texas Public Pension Systems in 2025

Explore the 2025 Texas legislative outlook on public pension systems, focusing on funding, COLAs, local control, and investment strategies to ensure sustainability. Continue Reading

Date posted02/20/2025


NCPERS to Sponsor Public Pension Plan Mortality Study with Society of Actuaries Research Institute
NCPERS to Sponsor Public Pension Plan Mortality Study with Society of Actuaries Research Institute

NCPERS sponsors a new public pension plan mortality study with the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, analyzing data from 30+ U.S. pension systems (2022-2026) to enhance life expectancy insights and ensure pension sustainability. Continue Reading

Date posted02/19/2025


2025 Outlook: Themes for a New Economic Landing
2025 Outlook: Themes for a New Economic Landing

Explore Nuveen's 2025 economic outlook highlighting higher growth, inflation, and interest rates. Discover top fixed income and real asset investment themes. Continue Reading

Date posted02/18/2025


2025 Investment Themes for Public Funds
2025 Investment Themes for Public Funds

Explore 2025 investment themes for public funds: fixed income strategies, liquidity assessment, private market opportunities, and enhanced governance for pension plans. Continue Reading

Date posted02/13/2025


REITs in 2025: Positioning for Growth in a Transforming Landscape
REITs in 2025: Positioning for Growth in a Transforming Landscape

Explore how REITs are positioned for growth in 2025, offering institutional investors diversification, liquidity, and access to innovative real estate sectors amid evolving market trends. Continue Reading

Date posted02/11/2025


Canadian Pensions Role in Fostering a Stronger Canadian Domestic Economy: Lets Not "Boil The Ocean"
Canadian Pensions Role in Fostering a Stronger Canadian Domestic Economy: Lets Not "Boil The Ocean"

Explore Stephen Poloz's insights on Canadian pensions' targeted role in boosting the domestic economy by focusing on practical, high-impact investments. Continue Reading

Date posted02/10/2025


2025 Outlook: Preparing for a New World Order that Started to Unfold Even Before the US Election
2025 Outlook: Preparing for a New World Order that Started to Unfold Even Before the US Election

Explore the 2025 economic outlook amid geopolitical tensions, rising tariffs, and shifting policies. Learn why diversification and private markets are key for resilient pension portfolios. Continue Reading

Date posted02/6/2025