What are the components of an IPS?

A complete IPS covers: return objectives, risk tolerance (ability and willingness), liquidity requirements, time horizon, tax constraints, legal/regulatory constraints, and unique preferences (ESG, exclusions).

What return objective should an endowment target?

Endowments typically target: Spending Rate + Inflation + Management Costs. A 5% spend, 2.5% inflation, and 0.5% costs implies a 8% nominal return target. Most endowments use a 7-8% long-term assumption.

Investment Policy Statement (IPS) Analyzer

Structure and analyze investment policy statement parameters: return objectives, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, time horizon, tax status, and unique constraints (ERISA, ESG, regulatory). Map IPS parameters to optimal asset allocation ranges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the components of an IPS?

What return objective should an endowment target?