Should Advisers Bother With Pension Plans?
Most in the retirement planning industry agree that defined contribution is the future. But what opportunities are there for advisers interested in serving traditional defined benefit pensions? Many, it turns out.
Berkshire Hathaway OKs Sizable Settlement in Acme Pension Dispute
More than six years of litigation have preceded the announcement of a proposed settlement agreement in Hunter v. Berkshire Hathaway.
Institutional Assets Posted Median Gain of 2.63% in Q3
For the year ended September 30, they are up 6.90%, according to Wilshire Trust Universe Comparison Service.
Pre-retirees Say Social Security and Pensions Will Not Fund Retirement
Instead, workers will source funding from their 401(k), IRA or other savings vehicles.
SOA Mortality Scale Shows Lowered Pension Plan Obligations
The report also found a decline in future rates of mortality improvement.
Nearly One Third of Pensions Within Striking Distance of a Buyout
With a funding status of 95% or more, a buyout or risk transfer deal are two viable options for these plans.
Institutional Investors Had Diversified in Anticipation of Volatility
Turning to opportunistic allocations and alternative investments, they expect average returns of 7.2% this year, Natixis found in a survey.