CTI: Decarbonising portfolios: aligning net zero pathways in corporate credit portfolios

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As governments set new targets for carbon reduction, institutional investors are following suit in developing their own active carbon reduction strategies. We believe fixed income investing plays a vital role in this process. This webinar will touch on the decarbonisation of credit portfolios in order to meet climate targets, the implications for managing your fixed income portfolios and the implications

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CTI: Decarbonising portfolios: aligning net zero pathways in corporate credit portfolios

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Decarbonising portfolios: aligning net zero pathways in corporate credit portfolios As governments set new targets for carbon reduction, institutional investors are following suit in developing their own active carbon reduction strategies. Join Tammie Tang as she outlines why we believe fixed income investing plays a vital role in this process. Date:   Tuesday 15th June Start:   10:00am » Register

Barnett Waddingham: Virtual DC Pensions training sessions (Day 2)

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Our virtual DC training course provides solid training for all those involved in DC pension arrangements, whether you are a trustee or an employer, helping you achieve positive outcomes for scheme members. The training provides a thorough grounding in pension matters. It’s ideal for those who are new to pensions as well as those seeking a reminder or update on

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XPS: Are your members really who you think they are?

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Thurs 17 June | 3pm to 4pm | Register here For years, many pension schemes have been using assumptions about their membership that have had significant implications on their funding, strategy and decision-making. For example: "90% of my pensioners are married i i " "transfers are for members who are ill  i i "pensioners prefer letters in the post rather than online i i In

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Hymans Robertson – Webinar: Building better financial security throughout retirement

The 2015 pension freedoms have led to a new focus on the at-retirement ‘decumulation phase’ in a DC scheme member’s journey. Yet while the freedoms have been broadly welcomed, recent FCA figures show almost two thirds of those at the point of retirement don’t take any professional financial advice on how to best use their pot. A growing concern is that the

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Hymans Robertson – Webinar: What does the financial landscape look like for the charity sector?

Register to join us and our guest speakers on 25 June at 9:30am, where we will be sharing insights on what we believe are the key financial challenges and opportunities for charities right now. You can expect to hear about: A deep exploration of how the Covid -19 pandemic has affected the charity sector – and focusing on how no two charities will have seen the

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Columbia Threadneedle Investments: Spotlight on UK Sustainable Equity

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The UK equities market provides a rich set of opportunities to invest in global sustainable leaders whose products and services positively contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. These companies will benefit from megatrends around energy transition, green infrastructure, healthcare and financial inclusion. The Threadneedle UK Sustainable Equity Fund has twin objectives: Investing in companies that deliver positive sustainable outcomes,

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Hymans Robertson (in partnership with Sackers) – Webinar: Overcoming the challenging issues in a buy-in/buy-out transaction

There are many tasks that you need to undertake as a trustee when carrying out a buy-in or buy-out transaction. Some tasks are trickier to complete than others and it can be difficult to know when's the best time to do these during the transaction process. Register now to join our webinar, in partnership with Sackers, on 6 July where we'll share

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Colombia Threadneedle Investments/ Professional Pensions – The changing face of DC investment

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Join Andrew Brown and Jonathan Stapleton for this webinar discussing how DC schemes are starting to invest in longer-term illiquid asset opportunities and better integrating ESG factors into investment decision making in order to boost retirement outcomes for members. Date:   Tuesday 6 July Start:   11:00am » Register Webinar description: The investment strategies of defined contribution pension schemes are evolving to adapt to a constantly

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Baker McKenzie – Pensions Summer Quarterly Update

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Baker McKenzie's pensions team is delighted to invite you to our Summer Quarterly Update, where we will discuss the following recent developments: The Government's consultation on changes to the statutory transfer legislation aimed at combatting pension transfer scams. We will discuss the proposed process when a "red flag" arises during due diligence, including the roles of the trustee in rejecting transfer requests

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