ELS26: Refining the Endowment Model

Over the past quarter century, the endowment model has undergone a structural evolution shaped as much by the contraction of public markets as by the expansion of private ones. The last calendar year, 2025, in particular has tested the resilience of many endowment portfolios and higher education institutions. Governments have reduced their direct and indirect support; public capital markets have weathered substantial uncertainty; and private market distributions have remained subdued, creating pressure on cash flows. Endowment fiduciaries are reassessing asset allocation with fresh urgency. Join us to examine the longer-term evolution of both markets and endowment portfolios.  

Recording

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CPE Available: 1 Credit in Finance

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Event Information

• Level: Intermediate
• Prerequisites: Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a professional in higher education or a related private industry.
• Advanced Preparation: None
• Delivery Mode: Group internet based
• Field of Study: Finance
• Length: 60 minutes

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