Tag: Investing

There is a strengthening push for more self-directed investing, especially among male investors labeling themselves as “anxious.” 

Even though trading was lighter in February, in both months DC plan participants favored fixed income investments.

Aon Hewitt says 2015 was the lightest trading year on record for DC plans.

“If anyone were ever poised to invest with confidence, it’s the black community,” says Mellody Hobson, president of Ariel Investments.

Mercer outlines the top investment considerations to discuss with not-for-profit healthcare organizations in 2016.

Forty-five percent can meet these expenses, up from 38% two years ago, Fidelity says.

The American College New York Life Center for Retirement Income names co-director, and an Illinois bank opens an investment unit with retirement services.

The three types of investor persona can help retirement plans boost the knowledge and confidence of their workforce.

American investors wish they were doing a better job, and on top of their financial wish list is building up an emergency fund.

The rapidly expanding retail channel also means rapid growth in robo-advice providers.

“Understanding how risk factors into your plan can help build financial confidence,” says Marcy Keckler, with Ameriprise Financial.

But men’s average account balances are more than 50% larger.

However, Corporate ERISA plans were the relative best performer among plan types last quarter.

Sixty percent of Americans are saving less than 7.5% of annual salary.

As Americans face a retirement income shortfall, it’s critical to understand how savings translate to income.

Women have the responsibility of making financial decisions, but not the confidence.

Including company stock as an investment plan option comes with pros and cons.

Ninety million people have nothing saved.

The characteristics and nuances of stable value products can vary, but all offer guarantees and principal protection.