Think EQuilibrium

Introducing Nuveen's inaugural 2021 global institutional investor study

Welcome to EQuilibrium

This new, annual global research explores the drivers of investor behavior and their impact on people, portfolios and problem-solving, with a particular focus on alternatives, responsible investing and the human side of asset management. We also look at the beliefs, mindsets and priorities that inform those drivers. 

Our inaugural research in late 2020 captured the accelerated evolution of trends and mindsets that are redefining the investment landscape. We invite you to join us, as we explore how this evolution is shaping investor views and influencing intended actions in the coming year. 

About the survey

Nuveen and CoreData surveyed 700 global investors and consultants spanning North America (NORAM); Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA); and Asia Pacific (APAC) in October and November 2020. We also conducted 16 qualitative interviews. Respondents were decision-makers at corporate pensions, public/governmental pensions, insurance companies, endowments and foundations, superannuation funds, sovereign wealth funds, central banks and consultants. Survey respondents represented organizations with assets of more than $10B (55%) and less than $10B (45%), with a minimum asset level of $500M. The survey has a margin of error of ± 4% at a 95% confidence level.

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EQuilibrium: Bringing a balanced view and clarity to the complex decisions institutional investors face

Our research revealed critical insights into how investors are supporting their people, evolving their investment portfolios and solving problems to achieve their missions as fiduciaries and stewards of global capital.

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