Data & Research

Creating a self-regulatory organization (SRO) to oversee investment advisers could potentially cost twice as much as adequately funding an enhanced Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) examination program.  

The majority (61%) of middle-market retirement plan sponsors do not feel prepared for new fee disclosure rules. 

Americans close to retirement expect to retire six years later than current retirees did.   

During the period of 2005-2010 the typical defined contribution (DC) plan participant earned an average annual return of 3.76%.  

“Comprehensive” is a key word, according to a new Wells Fargo poll of affluent Americans regarding retirement; they might say they have a plan, but what does that...

In the face of prolonged economic instability, 403(b) plan sponsors are forging ahead with a variety of plan improvements.

Low-income workers receive more benefits when participating in a 401(k) plan, according to the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College.

Thirty-nine percent of Americans say the Social Security retirement age will jump to 80 by 2036.   

A report says companies will need to manage the effects global aging patterns will have on their workforce and customers.  

African-American small-business owners are more than twice as likely as other small-business owners to provide more access to 401(k)-type plans within the next 12-24 months. 

Advisers’ interest in alternative investments is on the rise, and smaller, boutique asset managers may meet the criteria advisers want more than larger, “brand name” firms.

From 2006 to 2010, the percentage of Americans planning to retire at age 80 more than tripled.

A LIMRA study revealed the importance of providers keeping in active contact with participants.

Nearly eight in ten advisers say that they are calling their clients more frequently and are telling them to expect continued economic volatility in 2012.   

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) found that 2% of compensation costs for private industry employers go toward defined contribution benefits. 

A Fidelity Investments study found 46% of Americans are considering a financial resolution in 2012. 

The Principal Financial Well-Being Index shows the economy is the greatest source of stress for Americans.   

Among pre-retirees and retirees, the vast majority would rather live as long as they’re healthy, versus living as long as their money lasts, The Hartford and MIT AgeLab...

Securian Financial found that small-business owners (SBOs) can cite many reasons to use a financial adviser, yet only half employ one.   

A MetLife paper claims that financial education can have a positive effect on employee wellness and productivity.