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Public Pension Investment Expenses Fall to Four-Year Low, NCPERS Study Finds
Public Pension Investment Expenses Fall to Four-Year Low, NCPERS Study Finds

NCPERS 2024 study reveals public pension investment expenses dropped to a four-year low of 39 basis points, driven by strong governance and oversight. Continue Reading

Date posted02/12/2024


NCPERS Executive Director Testifies Before Ohio Legislators in Support of HB 296
NCPERS Executive Director Testifies Before Ohio Legislators in Support of HB 296

NCPERS Executive Director Hank Kim testified before Ohio legislators supporting HB 296 to increase police employer contributions, highlighting sustainable public pensions. Continue Reading

Date posted02/10/2024


Don't Wait for Goldilocks: Riding the Curve in Fixed Income
Don't Wait for Goldilocks: Riding the Curve in Fixed Income

Discover how "Riding the Curve" in fixed income can diversify duration, enhance portfolio ballast, and prepare investors for varied economic outcomes. Continue Reading

Date posted02/9/2024


2024 Outlook: What’s Next for High Yield?
2024 Outlook: What’s Next for High Yield?

Discover the 2024 outlook for high yield bonds and loans with insights on credit quality, risks, and attractive investment opportunities from Barings' Brian Pacheco. Continue Reading

Date posted02/6/2024


Maximizing Your NCPERS Membership in 2024
Maximizing Your NCPERS Membership in 2024

Maximize your 2024 NCPERS membership with exclusive access to public pension education, conferences, webinars, networking, and strategic resources. Continue Reading

Date posted02/1/2024


Death Verification Data, Cybersecurity, and Public Pensions
Death Verification Data, Cybersecurity, and Public Pensions

Explore how state and local pension plans tackle cybersecurity and death verification data challenges to ensure accurate public pension payments. Continue Reading

Date posted01/31/2024


NCPERS 2024 Legislative Conference
NCPERS 2024 Legislative Conference

Recap of NCPERS 2024 Legislative Conference: public pension trustees and stakeholders gathered in DC to discuss key policy updates, election insights, and retirement security. Continue Reading

Date posted01/31/2024


NCPERS Names Illinois State Treasurer Policymaker of the Year
NCPERS Names Illinois State Treasurer Policymaker of the Year

NCPERS honored Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs as 2023 Policymaker of the Year for advancing public pension security and launching Illinois Secure Choice. Continue Reading

Date posted01/30/2024


NCPERS 2024 Pension Communications Summit: Recap
NCPERS 2024 Pension Communications Summit: Recap

Recap of NCPERS 2024 Pension Communications Summit in DC, featuring expert insights on pension communication strategies, media engagement, AI tools, and award-winning public pension communicators. Continue Reading

Date posted01/28/2024


NCPERS Recognizes Industry Leaders with Inaugural Public Pension Communicator of the Year Award
NCPERS Recognizes Industry Leaders with Inaugural Public Pension Communicator of the Year Award

NCPERS honored top public pension communicators in 2024, recognizing innovation and leadership in pension communications at the inaugural Public Pension Communicator of the Year Award. Continue Reading

Date posted01/23/2024


Preview: Key Findings from NCPERS 2024 Public Retirement Systems Study
Preview: Key Findings from NCPERS 2024 Public Retirement Systems Study

Discover key insights from NCPERS 2024 Public Retirement Systems Study on fiscal trends, operational practices, and pension fund performance. Join the webinar! Continue Reading

Date posted01/16/2024


With Pensions Poised to Make a Comeback, Increased Unionization is Key
With Pensions Poised to Make a Comeback, Increased Unionization is Key

Explore the resurgence of pensions and the crucial role of increased unionization in securing workers' retirement benefits and long-term financial security. Continue Reading

Date posted01/3/2024