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PensionShip- Private Markets: Illiquid opportunity knocks for DC schemes

Apr 8, 2024 · 28 min · Episode 7 · 27.0 MB
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The UK pension system is experiencing significant changes due to factors such as regulation, technology, and economic conditions. As a result, many Defined Contribution (DC) investors are looking to private markets for potentially higher returns, enhanced portfolio diversification and protection against inflation. In our recent podcast epsiode, Seun Fayoyin sat down with Brendan Walshe, Investment Consultant at The Pensions Regulator and Simona Paravani-Mellinghoff, BlackRock’s Global CIO of Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions to discuss the role of private markets and how to mitigate some of the liquidity challenges they pose.