Date:
7 October 2026 09:00 to 14:00
Venue:
Royal College of Physicians, 6 Kildare St, Dublin 2, D02 E434
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Chairperson:
Carole Ryden, Professional Trustee, Pillar 2 Pension Trustees Limited and Member of the EPFIF Irish Forum Advisory Committee
Details:
PROGRAMME:
Session 1: The Magnificent Seven – Concentration Risk in Global Equity Markets
A handful of US technology companies now dominate global equity indices, raising important questions for pension schemes invested in passive strategies. This session explored market concentration, what trustees are truly exposed to through index investing, and how active managers are navigating the opportunities and risks presented by the Magnificent Seven.
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Session 2: AI vs ESG – Competing Themes or Connected Trends?
As AI has emerged as the dominant investment story, questions have been raised about the role of ESG in today’s market environment. This session examined how AI is reshaping investment priorities, the sustainability challenges associated with technological growth, and the key issues trustees should consider as both themes continue to evolve.