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April 2024 Public Pension Brief

Written by John Washington, Data Research Analyst | May 1, 2024 2:00:00 PM

Highlights From April:

  • CalPERS leads again, committing over $2.8B to private equity, real estate, and secondaries, including allocations to Advent, Insight, and Landmark.

  • New York State Common made $1.7B in commitments, including real estate, international buyouts, and infrastructure via EQT and Harrison Street.

  • Texas TRS backed multiple private equity and private credit funds with a combined value exceeding $1.2B.

  • Washington State Investment Board committed nearly $1B, reinforcing continued support for global alternatives and co-investments.

  • Emerging manager activity expanded with new programs and platforms launched or reviewed in California, New Jersey, and Illinois.

  • Real estate strategies gained traction, with funds like LaSalle and Stockbridge securing new capital across value-add and core-plus mandates.

  • Co-investments and secondaries in focus, as multiple pensions emphasized enhanced exposure to LP-led deals and fee-efficient structures.

  • Consultant updates and RFP activity were active, with more than a dozen firms being reviewed, reappointed, or replaced across equity, fixed income, and real assets.