CPD-certified series of six tutorials for council treasurers and administering authorities of the LGPS Register here for 6 x 30 mins presentations followed by 15 mins of Q&A - attend as much as you can.
Dates and times as follows:
#1: Tuesday, February 16th - 11:30-12:15 The benefits of investing for the longer term Understanding risk and the impact on real values of inflation over time.
#2: Tuesday, February 23rd - 11:30-12:15 A guide to the major asset classes Each has its own characteristics which will dominate their behaviour. Understanding the importance of asset choice in portfolio construction is paramount.
#3: Tuesday, March 2nd – 11:30-12:15 How to build a portfolio to meet your requirements Risk and return dynamics and the importance of diversification.
#4: Tuesday, March 9th – 11:30-12:15 Costs and charges and the different types of investment returns Understand how your money is put to work and what the true costs are to investors
#5: Tuesday, March 16th – 11:30-12:15 Practical investment choices Understanding direct investment v funds, active v passive & key questions when reviewing funds
#6: Tuesday, March 23rd – 11:30-12:15 ESG & responsible investment Investing with good intentions & making sure that your portfolio reflects your beliefs.
