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Barmer Pensionskasse
Barmer Pensionskasse was founded in 1932 to deliver post-retirement benefits exclusively to staff of Barmer Ersatzkasse. Newer employees fall under the...
Barmer Pensionskasse
Barmer Pensionskasse was founded in 1932 to deliver post-retirement benefits exclusively to staff of Barmer Ersatzkasse. Newer employees fall under the separate Wuppertaler Pensionskasse. The structure reflects a legacy corporate pension arrangement tied directly to one health insurer. The portfolio centers on fixed-income holdings, with the majority in AA-rated bonds that generate predictable cash flows. Additional exposure includes a limited-partner position in HSBC Senior UK Direct Lending I and an interest in German Estate Group Real Estate Fund. Activity remains focused on Germany and the United Kingdom. Board members Andreas Poestges and Dr. Andreas Jurk handle investment and actuarial oversight. The fund belongs to BVAI and DAV. In May 2024 it participated as a speaker at BVAI Alternative Insights, addressing semi-liquid investment forms.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
1932
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Germany
City
Wuppertal
Corporate office
Wuppertal, Germany
Principals
Andreas Poestges
Chairman of the Board of Management
Dr. Andreas Jurk
Board Member and actuary
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Barmer Pensionskasse?
Andreas Poestges serves as the board member responsible for portfolio management.
What asset classes does Barmer Pensionskasse hold?
The fund allocates the majority of assets to investment-grade fixed income bonds and maintains smaller positions in private credit and real estate funds.
Is Barmer Pensionskasse open to new members?
The fund closed to new members in 1988; newer Barmer employees are covered by Wuppertaler Pensionskasse.
Where does Barmer Pensionskasse invest geographically?
Core holdings sit in Germany with additional exposure to the United Kingdom through its private credit commitment.
Which organizations is Barmer Pensionskasse affiliated with?
The fund participates in BVAI and DAV and retains WTW as investment advisor.
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