$500 Billion Giant CalPERS Bets Big On Early-Stage Companies, Cuts Buyout Exposure

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2026.01.21 19:09
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The California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) is shifting its private equity strategy by increasing investments in early-stage and growth equity companies, raising its allocation by 31% for the fiscal year ending June 2024. This change reduces buyout exposure from 91% to 58%. CalPERS aims to enhance returns and diversify its portfolio, with a reported 14.3% return on its $98 billion private equity portfolio over the past year. The strategy includes ESG integration and lower cost structures to improve net returns.