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ESG’s Impact on Three States’ Retirement Systems
While the ESG controversy has not changed how three states operate, one state treasurer has doubled down by banning them from state investments.
ESG Adoption Slow Among DC Plans
One factor hindering ESG’s adoption is the lack of ESG-focused target-date funds, though several firms are starting to introduce them.
Elevator Constructors’ Union Retirement Plan Sued
Two counts for breach of fiduciary duty were brought against the defendants.
Know Where the Puck Will Be
Advisers discussed three areas of focus to position practices for the future.
The Appeal of Guaranteed Lifetime Income Option Is Growing Among Participants
While more participants are looking for a consistent source of income in retirement, they also want the flexibility to change their payments when needed.
Sequoia Secures $200M from PE Firm Valeas to Fuel Continued Growth
The wealth management firm continues an acquisitions push after nearly doubling assets under management to $10 billion last year.
Growth of Digital Assets Spurs New Regulatory Proposals
As interest in cryptocurrencies for retirement grows, policymakers look for ways to contain the risk of digital assets without limiting innovation.
Insights on What Really Matters to Participants
Findings of a national survey debunked some myths about what employees think about work and retirement.
CAPTRUST Buys a Boston-Area Adviser Firm That Oversees $900MM in Assets
The purchase of Patriot Pension Advisors is the mega firm’s third acquisition of 2022, with more to come before year’s end, the advisory says.
High-Net-Worth Individuals Worry if They Will Have Enough to Retire
While millionaires are saving more compared to the average, it’s not at a great enough amount to make a significant difference.
Recordkeepers Help Advisers Get Personal
How recordkeepers partner with advisers on managed accounts, retirement income and financial wellness.
Getting Advisers Comfortable With the Future of Retirement Planning
DCIO is out; co-distribution is in, according to a panel discussion at the LeafHouse National Retirement Symposium.
Annuity Customer Satisfaction on the Decline
Customers are less satisfied with the cost of annuities and have a lower likelihood of purchasing another financial product.
The Standard Plans to Purchase Recordkeeping Business from Securian
The combined retirement recordkeeping businesses will operate under The Standard brand.
PLANADVISER Webinar: Your HSA Questions Answered
Complex and critical questions arise for plan sponsors that consider adding a health savings account benefit.
Social Security COLA’s Could Have Big Impact on Advisers’ Retirement Planning
Advisers discuss the cost-of-living adjustment and what it could mean for pre- and post-retirees.
Proposed Independent Contractor Rules Could Bring Difficulties for Some Financial Advisors
The proposal would make it easier for workers to classify themselves as employees, as opposed to independent contractors, which could increase costs and reduce flexibility for independent advisors.
Bitwage Partners with ForUsAll to Introduce Crypto in 401(k) Plans
The platform will allow participants to invest up to 5% of their portfolio into cryptocurrency.
The Challenges and Opportunities for ESG Portfolios
Georgetown conference panel discusses how ESG should be understood in the context of other socially informed investments, and how it should be regulated.
Retirement Industry People Moves
SageView Advisory Group to acquire women-led Lakeview Wealth Management; Corebridge Financial hires president of retirement services; UBS hires seven in California; and more.