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Evolving Together: A New Chapter for NCPERS
Evolving Together: A New Chapter for NCPERS

NCPERS 2.0 reflects not only how far we've come, but where we're headed. It's built on the same foundation of advocacy, research, and education that has guided us for 85 years, but with modern tools to help you succeed in an increasingly complex environment. Continue Reading

Date posted01/6/2026


The Future of Retirement
The Future of Retirement

By: Ryan Muller, Legislative Analyst, Williams & Jensen As Congress continues to gather proposals, momentum will continue to grow toward a future SECURE Act 3.0. Amid the scramble to find a solution to the looming expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits at the end of... Continue Reading

Date posted01/6/2026


What Makes a Great Project SME?
What Makes a Great Project SME?

Subject matter experts (SMEs) are invaluable resources in organizations, known for their deep knowledge and experience in specific areas. Knowing what makes a great SME starts with knowing what they'll be tasked with. Continue Reading

Date posted12/23/2025


What Public Pension Funds Can Learn from Continuous Mortality Audits
What Public Pension Funds Can Learn from Continuous Mortality Audits

Learn how continuous mortality audits help public pension funds reduce overpayments, improve data accuracy, and maintain compliance by identifying unreported deaths and missing participants. Continue Reading

Date posted12/22/2025


How to Ensure Smooth Implementation of a New Benefits System
How to Ensure Smooth Implementation of a New Benefits System

Transitioning to a new benefits administration software solution is a significant decision, making it crucial to safeguard this major investment by taking steps now to avoid costly mistakes later. Continue Reading

Date posted12/19/2025


80 Percent Funded Status? Now What?
80 Percent Funded Status? Now What?

As plans, board members, staff, and advisors celebrate many public pensions crossing their 80% funding threshold, a critical question arises: “Now what?” Continue Reading

Date posted12/17/2025


Private Credit + Securitized Credit = Holistic Asset-Based Finance Allocation
Private Credit + Securitized Credit = Holistic Asset-Based Finance Allocation

This article highlights how a manager with investment expertise across both AUMs and securitized credit markets can deliver a comprehensive Asset-Based Finance solution, enhancing manager alpha, increasing diversification and portfolio Continue Reading

Date posted12/15/2025


What a Maturing Private Credit Market Means for Investors
What a Maturing Private Credit Market Means for Investors

The maturation of private credit is shaping opportunities in this dynamic, multifaceted asset class. This article discusses the benefits of private credit in portfolios. Continue Reading

Date posted12/10/2025


Finding Opportunities in Private Markets
Finding Opportunities in Private Markets

By: Emma Norchet, T. Rowe Price Investment Management, Inc. This is an excerpt from NCPERS Fall 2025 issue of PERSist. More firms are remaining private for longer as doing so enables them to focus on long-term growth initiatives free from some of the burdens public companies face. In fact, the... Continue Reading

Date posted12/8/2025


Canadian Public Sector Pensions: Federal & Provincial Updates
Canadian Public Sector Pensions: Federal & Provincial Updates

For members of the large Canadian public sector pensions, one item of interest in the federal budget was the government's effort to entice those organizations to invest more domestically -- specifically in Canada's tech and life sciences sector. Continue Reading

Date posted12/4/2025


NCPERS 2025 Year in Review (And What to Watch in 2026)
NCPERS 2025 Year in Review (And What to Watch in 2026)

A look back at how the NCPERS team has worked hard to make sure our members have the tools, resources, and networks they need to thrive — and a glimpse of what's ahead. Continue Reading

Date posted12/4/2025


Public Pension RFP Roundup: Q4
Public Pension RFP Roundup: Q4

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 job listings, hiring, and retirement announcements Continue Reading

Date posted12/4/2025