Exploring the role of alternative assets within DC asset allocation

As the DC market continues to mature, investment strategies are increasingly in the spotlight. The traditional passive equity and bond split that has dominated DC investment strategies is no longer viewed as the most effective way to deliver good member outcomes - but how easy is it to change investment strategies and what considerations should be made in the process? This panel will discuss the influencing factors that push portfolio diversification up the investment agenda, the role that alternatives play in any investment strategy and the barriers faced by schemes when considering alternatives. We'll also discuss key findings in the recently published PPI research report: 'What role could alternative assets play in DC investment strategies in the future?'.