Joe Marsh

UK's Standard Life 'already investing' as it eyes Q1 alts default fund launch

The UK insurer, part of Phoenix Group, is readying a default strategy for pension members that aims to build a 25% allocation to private markets.

How investors are adapting ESG policies on defense

Pension funds and insurers – as well as GPs – are revising documentation to permit investment into assets that are off limits for many.

How investors are adapting ESG policies on defence

Pension funds and insurers – as well as GPs – are revising documentation to permit investment into assets that are off limits for many.

ADIC hires former Bregal CEO as head of private equity

The hire comes as part of Abu Dhabi Investment Council's move to expand its global presence.

European defense tech is attracting investment, but some LPs remain wary

Family offices are key venture-stage investors in defense-related technology as other LPs explore their options.

Mercer’s Europe CIO: VC seen as 'key route to access innovation' in defense tech

Venture capital opportunities in defense technology are proliferating but they pose challenges, says Mercer’s Garvan McCarthy.

Germany’s Marondo targets dual-use defense SMEs for new fund

Co-founder and partner Marko Maschek explains how Marondo Capital aims to exploit the potential of Germany’s ‘Mittelstand’ for dual-use defense and critical infrastructure applications.

Germany's Marondo adds defence focus in new fundraise

Marondo Capital is targeting €250m for its second fund, which will invest in dual-use defence and critical infrastructure, PEI has learned.

UK’s Border to Coast seeks PE, private credit lead amid buildout

The local government pension scheme pool, with over £50bn of committed client fund capital, is expanding its investment capabilities ahead of seven more funds joining its pool.

Denmark’s PenSam and Finnish state pension seek GPs for defence exposure

A GP needs specialist knowledge to find the best opportunities in the defence sector, says Claus Jørgensen, chief investment officer at Denmark's PenSam.