Global Sovereign Wealth Funds(SWFS) Dataset: Funding Sources, Governance, and Alternative Asset Allocation
Description
This dataset provides comprehensive empirical data on global Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs), systematically tracking their strategic asset allocation with a specific emphasis on alternative investments. The baseline institutional profiles and asset allocation metrics are anchored on data from Global SWF (www.globalswf.com). To enhance the analytical depth, this baseline was cross-referenced, verified, and expanded through extensive secondary research incorporating various internet resources and official institutional disclosures. The dataset uniquely integrates critical qualitative and quantitative dimensions of sovereign investors, focusing on: Funding Sources & Capital Generation: Distinguishing between commodity-backed (e.g., oil and gas) and non-commodity-backed fiscal surpluses. Governance & Legal Structures: Categorizing institutional holding structures and operational governance frameworks. Portfolio Dimensions: Compiling Assets Under Management (AUM), alternative investment allocation ratios, and domestic vs. international investment orientations. Covering key variables such as country of origin, establishment year, fund type, funding classification, AUM, and investment weights, this dataset serves as the foundational research data for empirical analysis on sovereign strategic asset allocation, institutional governance, and portfolio choices. Disclaimer: The baseline raw data originates from Global SWF (www.globalswf.com). This dataset has been substantially augmented, categorized, and synthesized by the author for purely academic and non-commercial research purposes. Any commercial use of this data is strictly prohibited.