Pool Re avoids illiquids for now, mulls multi-factor
The British terrorism-risk reinsurer’s CIO explains why his firm has mulled entering private markets and using multi-factor equity strategies but has not done either yet.
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Asset Management Awards 2021 – request for pitches
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