Pension managers boost hedge fund allocations
LONDON (Reuters) - Pension funds are boosting their allocations to hedge funds and other alternative assets to diversify their investments, a survey by consulting firm Watson Wyatt showed on Tuesday. feeds.reuters.com
More pension funds seek derivatives
LONDON (Reuters) - Pension funds that use derivatives are faring better during the credit crisis because they mitigate and hedge risks, and interest in using options is set to increase, State Street's fund arm said on Wednesday. feeds.reuters.com
Henderson warns investors on sale offers
LONDON (Reuters) - Fund manager Henderson Group warned shareholders on Thursday about various unsolicited offers made in Australia to acquire their shares for below-market prices. feeds.reuters.com