“The multiemployer insurance program deficit has narrowed, but it clearly won’t keep the program from running out of money,” says PBGC Director Tom Reeder.

They have more than $260,000 saved, compared with $82,000 for those without an adviser.

E*Trade and Edelman Financial Engines announce custody relationship; Edelman Financial Engines appoints former EBSA leader to board; Investment strategist joins FIA; and more.

Speakers at the Best of PSNC 2018 event in Boston said diversification remains incredibly important, but simplifying the fund menu is a win-win for participants and sponsors.

And a majority, 65%, say it is tougher now to get ahead financially than it was before the financial crisis, Natixis found in a survey.

However, only 24% of women say they are comfortable with their knowledge on investing, Fidelity Investments found.

To provide the benefits, the company partnered with technology-focused organizations.

In partnership with HealthEquity, Vanguard will offer plan sponsors the ability to provide an HSA solution to their employees that features low-cost Vanguard funds or the same investment options as their DC plan line-up.

But 55% decided to take no action.

The five principles serve as a conversation starter for investors to use when engaging companies to be active participants in protecting and enhancing long-term portfolio values by ensuring risks are being appropriately monitored and addressed.

Archer and Wilshire Analytics Partner to Add Analysis; E*Trade Platform Expands Available ETFs; Vanguard Increases Active Fixed Income Offerings; and more.

Yet, 23% are waiting three to five years before retirement to start working with an adviser, according to a survey.

Speaking to a room of plan sponsors and specialist consultants in Boston, two ERISA litigation experts offered a detailed review of recent action in big-ticket lawsuits impacting employer sponsored retirement plans.

A new Accounting Standards Board Standard of Practice requires actuaries to identify risks that, in the actuary’s professional judgment, may reasonably be anticipated to significantly affect the defined benefit plan’s future financial condition.

When considering ESG investing, retirement plan sponsors are still concerned about performance and transparency, and some are confused by the latest DOL guidance.