Find out what’s happening in the public pension community and explore the latest industry trends.
This article provides public Defined Benefit (DB) plan fiduciaries with the data to benchmark their plans compared to peer plans, over time and by size. Continue Reading
The article argues that investing in affordable housing can generate market rate returns, especially as downside protection in a turbulent market. Affordable housing is emerging as a resilient, alpha-generating real estate strategy due to powerful economic and demographic trends. Continue Reading
As public pension systems navigate emerging risks such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and misinformation, lessons from Y2K offer a reminder that clear communication, informed leadership, and participant trust remain essential. Continue Reading
Recent public pension court decisions highlight key trends in contribution policy, board authority, disability determinations, forfeiture, funding flexibility, and governance documentation. Continue Reading
By: Tony Roda and Ryan Muller, Williams & Jensen PLLC The federal government is beginning to take a more active role in private retirement savings through Trump Accounts, the Saver’s Match, and related policy initiatives, raising questions about retirement preparedness, access, and the... Continue Reading
Modern retirement and pension administration is under pressure from changing demographics, regulation, cybersecurity, and digital expectations, exposing the limits of legacy systems and business processes. Continue Reading
Public pension plans can improve net returns and fiduciary outcomes by adopting a rigorous Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) framework that uncovers hidden fees, optimizes costs across the full investment value chain, and strengthens governance through data‑driven oversight and ongoing compliance. Continue Reading
The article examines how multi‑layer asset allocation ranges can help institutional investors close unintended risk gaps in their investment policy statements. Continue Reading
Learn why lower middle market asset backed finance may be a compelling addition to pension fund portfolios, offering attractive yields, granular collateral, and embedded downside protection. Continue Reading
Real-time mortality verification helps financial institutions avoid costly errors by ensuring they stop payments promptly when individuals pass away, reducing fraud, compliance risks, and administrative burden. Continue Reading
NCPERS honored the recipients of its 2026 Champions Award and Pension Partners of the Year Award yesterday, recognizing public pension funds and service providers that are advancing fiduciary education and strengthening industry collaboration. Continue Reading
Public pension systems face growing operational, cybersecurity, and reputational risks as legacy platforms lag behind rising member expectations, regulatory scrutiny, and workforce constraints, making modernization unavoidable. Continue Reading
