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Order in Kimberly-Clark ERISA Suit Instructs Plaintiffs to Replead Case
While the order determines that outright dismissal at this stage is inappropriate, it also notes that the plaintiffs need to file an amended complaint in order for their...
Jury Rules in Favor of SEC in Federal Employee Fraud Case
An Atlanta-area broker was accused by the regulator of fraudulently inducing federal employees to roll over holdings from their federal Thrift Savings Plan retirement account into higher-fee, variable...
Court Allows Nationwide ERISA Suit to Proceed
The complaint says the defendants failed to negotiate contractual terms for the firm’s 401(k) plan’s guaranteed investment fund that were comparable to the terms they negotiated on behalf of...
SEC Votes to Propose Climate-Related Disclosure Rules
Supporters of the new proposal say it represents a positive move that will not only increase the availability to investors of more consistent climate-related data, but also increase...
Investment Product and Service Launches
New Nasdaq-100 index fund institutional share class launches, while Alerian S-Network expands partnership with IdealRatings and Sanctuary Wealth.
SageView Names Wealth Management Head in Sign of Evolving Industry
The appointment of Jim Dario as head of wealth management comes as SageView increases its focus on this strategic area of its business—mirroring the actions of other national...
Financial Literacy Commission Eyes Climate Change and Crypto Scams
During a recent hearing, members of the commission discussed the interplay of climate change, crypto assets and the financial wellness of everyday Americans—pledging to take coordinated actions to...
Considering Four Categories of Plan Design Features
The American Academy of Actuaries outlines the different methods for improving participant outcomes that plan sponsors can use, depending on participant demographics.
Researchers Reveal Way Advisers Can Encourage Retirement Savings
Research looked at the impacts of framing future moments in time as opportunities to save for retirement
Retirement Industry People Moves
Independent Financial Group adds senior vice president; IRI names two new members to board of directors; Ameritas announce new executive vice president; and more.
Advisers Can Help Plan Sponsors Set Goals for Their Plans
Using plan benchmarks and recordkeeper-provided data is key to setting realistic and achievable goals for a retirement plan.
Josh Itzoe Launches FiduciaryRx Platform
The former Greenspring Advisors professional describes FiduciaryRx as a modern tech platform that empowers advisers to improve the ‘fiduciary wellness’ of their plan sponsor clients.
401(k) Index Underscores Investor Jitters
Facing some jarring geopolitical events, 401(k) investors reacted with above-normal trading activity during February.
Latest Guide to Retirement Underscores Changing Landscape
J.P. Morgan says retiree income replacement needs have risen across the income spectrum and now range from 72% to 98%, depending on factors such as pre-retirement income level...
Partners Healthcare Defeats ERISA Actuarial Equivalence Lawsuit
The case has a complex procedural history that has seen rulings issued both in favor of the plaintiffs and in favor of the defense.
Investment Product and Service Launches
Dimensional adds three new U.S. equity ETFs; MSCI to reclassify MSCI Russia indexes; Robeco introduces sustainable index family; and more.
Lawmakers Debut Pension Tracker Showing Rescued Plans
Legislation passed last year allows multiemployer plans in danger of becoming insolvent to apply for funds to cover participant benefit payments.
Retirement Plan Adviser Boosts DC Plan Outcomes with Common ‘Cents’
Penny framing has been shown to boost DC plan outcomes, in research and practice, and can help low-income participants save for retirement.
Misperceptions About TDFs Giving Participants a False Sense of Security
Many think the funds are guaranteed, a study finds, so more education is needed.
Most Individuals Not Considering Social Security’s Part in Retirement Income
Study findings suggest that communicating about Social Security’s online portal could improve retirement preparedness, especially for low-income employees.