Tag: defined contribution plan participants

Investing December 20th, 2017

Employers Should Shift Perception of Managed Accounts

Research from Cerulli Associates finds plan sponsors must position managed accounts as a service, in order to change its costly product reputation.

Investing December 18th, 2017

DC Plan Participants Favored Fixed Income in November

However, November was a light trading month for DC plan participants, Alight Solutions finds.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
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Market Practice Innovation: Increased Efficiency and Impact in The Small Market

An excerpt from Ascensus President, David Musto's Keynote at PLANADVISER National Conference 2018

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The Rapid Evolution and Retirement Needs of American Small Business

An excerpt from Ascensus President, David Musto's Keynote at PLANADVISER National Conference 2018

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ESG Investing

An Interview with Jamie Bentley, SVP & National Retirement Sales Manager at PIMCO

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Women & Investing

An Interview with Jamie Bentley, SVP & National Retirement Sales Manager at PIMCO

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Map My Benefits

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Viability

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Balance Between Great Plans and Cost of Plans

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The HSA Opportunity: What Advisors Should Know

An interview with Steve Christenson, EVP at Ascensus

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Discipline and Consistency: The Case for Staying Invested for the Long Term

An interview with Kathleen Beichert, Head of Retirement, OppenheimerFunds

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HSA Myths and Misconceptions

An interview with Steve Christenson, EVP at Ascensus

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How to Invest in a Health Savings Account

An interview with Ryan Tiernan, Vice President of National Accounts at American Funds

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The Advisor’s Role – Defining Value in a Dynamic Market

An Interview with Bill Harmon, President of Retirement Corporate Markets, Voya Financial

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Challenges for the Modern Adviser

An interview with David Musto, President, and Bob Guillocheau, Chairman & CEO at Ascensus.

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Industry Trends – Consolidation, Technology and Client Solutions

An Interview with Bill Harmon, President of Retirement Corporate Markets, Voya Financial

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Health Savings Accounts: The Advisor Opportunity

An interview with Ryan Tiernan, Vice President of National Accounts at American Funds

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Who Should Use a Health Savings Account?

An interview with Ryan Tiernan, Vice President of National Accounts at American Funds

MARKET MIRROR

Thursday, the Dow increased 285.80 points (1.22%) to 23,719.37, the NASDAQ was up 62.67 points (0.77%) at 8,153.58, and the S&P 500 closed 39.84 points (1.45%) higher at 2,789.82. The Russell 2000 climbed 55.06 points (4.62%) to 1,246.73, and the Wilshire 5000 gained 481.85 points (1.75%) to finish at 27,938.90.

The price of the 10-year Treasury note increased 26/32, bringing its yield down to 0.729%. The price of the 30-year Treasury bond was up 8/32, decreasing its yield to 1.350%.

For the week ending April 9, the Dow finished 12.67% higher, the NASDAQ was up 10.59%, and the S&P 500 increased 12.10%. The Russell 2000 climbed 18.50%, and the Wilshire 5000 gained 12.95%.

Industry White Papers

The Forgotten Participant Examining defined contribution participant investing behaviors and decision-making
Millennial Myths & Realities Strategies for Strengthening and Expanding Client Relationships
The Great Wealth Transfer Generations of Possibilities
It’s Time to Get Serious About Retirement Income Solutions Thoughtful consideration of a participant’s journey, both up to and through retirement, can help participants meet their retirement goals—and better position plans to retain assets.
The Making of a Glide Path Understanding the Impact of Design Decisions on Retirement Outcomes
Are employees relying on employers to solve financial problems? Employees who are financially stressed and working out of economic necessity can negatively impact workplace productivity.