The State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) of Ohio reported a 1.8% fund return, reallocating investments towards private equity in high-growth sectors such as technology and healthcare.

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The State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) of Ohio has reached a preliminary net total fund return of 1.8% by the end of August 2025, attributed mainly to the performance of equities. With an impressive total fund size of $102.5 billion, STRS is keenly focusing on strategic asset management to enhance its overall returns.

Under the leadership of interim Chief Investment Officer Aaron DiCenzo, the fund reported that international equities outperformed domestic equities, yielding returns of 2.8% and 2.3% respectively as of August 31. The fund’s diversification into fixed income has also proven effective, as all fixed income portfolios reported positive returns.

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