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About the conference
The theory and practice of Strategic Asset Allocation is undergoing dramatic change. In the space of a decade, the “one-size fits all” pension scheme benchmark has become virtually obsolete, but opinions are still evolving as to the most appropriate framework in which to manage pension scheme assets in the 21st Century. The long-held conventional wisdom that equities should be the dominant asset class is under attack, and many pension schemes are allocating new money solely to bonds and alternatives. In recent months, European governments have started to respond to pension fund demand for ultra-long bonds, and the first longevity bonds have been issued.
The Asset Allocation Summit examines the evolution of pension scheme benchmarks and explores new ideas for liability-driven investing, absolute return mandates and the use of structured products for managing pension scheme risk. Recent developments in bond mandates come under the microscope, while delegates have the opportunity to consider the claims of a wide range of alternative asset classes.
The summit brings together a number of Europe’s leading practitioners - fund managers, actuaries, academics and consultants - to discuss the new ideas competing for acceptance in the world of Strategic Asset Allocation. The subject will be introduced by one of the world’s most influential actuaries, Tim Gardener, the Global Head of Investment Consulting at Mercer Investment Consulting.
Developments in Strategic Asset Allocation are changing the entire pensions and investment landscape, and no-one involved in the asset allocation decision-making process can afford not to keep abreast of the issues involved.
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