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Employers are responsible for signing attestations to confirm that their health care service providers are not restricting access to plan claim data of participants.

Georgetown University’s Center for Retirement Initiatives provides a color-coded map of where U.S. state-led retirement programs stand today.

The CIT trust company and two law firms argue against consumer groups seeking to halt a bill that would let 403(b) plans invest in CITs.

The SEC alleges Ken Leech engaged in a multi-year scheme to favor some clients over others through a practice known as ‘cherry-picking,’ including in client savings and pension...

Oregon representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer also comes with pro-labor record that may give pause to Republican Senators.

Conti has rejoined the organization for third-party administrators following the retirement of Ann Slotwinski.

Jared Copinga joins Prime Capital Financial; MAG Wealth Management acquires Ovation Wealth Advisors; Summit Financial secures $420M with 3 minority stakes.

The instruction updates include how to report on pension-linked emergency savings accounts.

President-elect Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, an Oregon Republican, to head the Department of Labor.

Insurance industry groups are championing the move, because the state insurance regulations are one of the arguments against bringing retail annuity sales under ERISA.

Outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler oversaw the highest fines figures for the regulator in 2024, though total enforcement actions were down 26%.

The financial services market research firm ranked TIAA, Fidelity and Principal highest among DC portals.

Mercer’s policy lead says bipartisan work should continue to expand employer-sponsored retirement plan coverage, but tax treatment of such plans may get Republican scrutiny.

Illinois-based Karel-Gordon works with financial advisers to create qualified retirement plans.

Hartford Funds names Mackay as head of distribution; Mercer appoints Penner as U.S., Canada career leader; The Standard hires Tucci as national accounts sales manager; and more.

AllianceBernstein launches direct indexing investment options; AssetMarket adds TIFIN AI capabilities for advisers; Oppenheimer partners with Pontera for client 401(k) management; and more.

Biden appointee Gensler will step down after a ‘robust rulemaking agenda’ as Republican leadership takes over the White House.

RISavers administered by Vestwell is expected to begin a pilot in the spring of 2025 in partnership with Connecticut's state program. 

The firm known for stock trading will connect users to financial advisers, expanding further into financial services after entering retirement savings about two years ago.