US pension fund targets global EM equity via new mandateNick LordFeb 15, 2012The LA County Employees Retirement Association set Feb 15 local time as the deadline for a $250 million global EM equity mandate that would appeal to Asia-based managers.
$250 million is the sweet spot for hedge fundsYvonne ChanJun 28, 2011Pension funds and sovereign wealth funds in Asia are starting to find comfort in nimble, mid-size hedge funds, suggests an industry survey.
Korea's POBA considers alternative investmentsDr Insup LeeMay 25, 2010The Public Officials Benefit Association needs to maintain high returns while reducing volatility, notes its new chief investment officer.