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Deutsche Zurich Pensiones
Deutsche Zurich Pensiones was established in 1989. It functions as a private pension provider offering plans to individuals and employers. Ownership is split...
Deutsche Zurich Pensiones
Deutsche Zurich Pensiones was established in 1989. It functions as a private pension provider offering plans to individuals and employers. Ownership is split evenly between Deutsche Bank SAE and Zurich Vida. The fund deploys capital through co-investments, buyouts, fund-of-funds, mezzanine, special situations and venture strategies. Public equity holdings include positions in Tesla, Amazon and Microsoft. Geographic exposure centers on Spain with additional allocations to global markets. DWS Group serves as the primary investment manager. The firm employs 30 professionals at its Barcelona headquarters. It participates in PRI webinars on ESG integration and hosts guest lectures at UPF Barcelona School of Management on pension operations. BNP Paribas acts as custodian and Forvis Mazars as auditor. Ownership by two large financial institutions creates a hybrid governance structure that separates plan administration from asset management via an external advisor.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
1989
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Spain
City
Barcelona
Corporate office
Ronda General Mitre, 72-74, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Deutsche Zurich Pensiones?
The fund is a 50-50 joint venture between Deutsche Bank SAE and Zurich Vida, Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros.
How does Deutsche Zurich Pensiones allocate to private equity?
Private equity represents 3 percent of assets according to allocation data. The fund pursues this exposure through co-investments, buyouts and fund-of-funds.
Which external managers support Deutsche Zurich Pensiones?
DWS Group serves as the primary investment manager. BNP Paribas provides custody services.
What ESG commitments has Deutsche Zurich Pensiones made?
The fund became a PRI signatory on April 26, 2012. It also participates in Eurosif sustainable investment studies.
Does Deutsche Zurich Pensiones hold public equities?
Yes. Confirmed holdings include Tesla at 1.44 percent stake, Amazon at 1.38 percent and Microsoft as a top contributor to performance.
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