INSIGHTS
White papers
This collection of white papers shares our research findings on a range of topics, including market trends, asset allocation and the structure of DC and DB plans.
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Are long-duration Treasuries the best equity hedge?
Explore the link between bond maturity and equity diversification in developed economies over the past six decades. You must be logged in to access.
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International equity investing: Is flexibility the new diversification?
As global equity correlations rise, is flexibility the new diversification?
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For worse or better? Retirement security through time
Why DB plans don’t always guarantee higher retirement security compared to DC plans.
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Why target date?
Saving for retirement isn’t easy. What can target date funds offer?
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Risk participation and asset allocation in DB/DC plans
Asset allocation can greatly influence investors’ participation in retirement plans, depending on their risk tolerance.
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Life cycle models in target date glide path design
Discusses the practical application of life cycle models in the management of target date funds. You must be logged in to download the PDF.
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The management process behind our target date solutions
Capital Group’s approach to target date strategies representing our best thinking that seeks to deliver the retirement outcomes participants work to achieve.
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A rigorous approach to rates
Capital Group’s U.S. interest rates team has developed a robust and repeatable process designed to add value through active interest rate management.
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Can rate hikes create opportunities for credit investors?
Analysis of the historical behavior of credit markets prior to and in response to previous U.S. monetary tightening cycles sheds light on potential areas of opportunity.
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Addressing uncertainty with flexible asset allocation
Flexible asset allocation can help institutional investors pursue strong returns and diversification against low interest rates.
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Balancing DB and DC in public plans
How can defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) plans work together to help close the retirement income gap?
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DB and DC: Complements, not substitutes
Learn the ways defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) plans can be used to hedge against different risks instead of replacing one another.
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Lessons from late boomers’ investment pitfalls
Late boomers can provide valuable investment lessons as they navigate the impact of the financial crisis and COVID-19 pandemic.
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Managing fixed income in an era of low rates
Low interest rates remain a challenging backdrop for fixed income investors. How can they structure their portfolios accordingly?
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Is it time to rethink value vs. growth?
It’s time to reconsider the value-growth rotation cycle. The rise of technology and intangible assets are rendering style distinctions less meaningful.
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