Tag: defined benefit (DB) plans

After a poor performance in 2022, defined benefit plans are reporting positive returns so far this year as bond markets...

While some companies have disclosed low intended contributions to their pension plans this year, some analysts expect a reversal in...

U.S. corporate pension plans’ funded levels improved marginally in April, and many are inching toward full funding, according to analyst...

The 2005 move led to increased turnover in employees enrolled in Alaska’s TRS and PERS retirement plans, the study found.

The consulting firm announced the launch of its new retirement solution, O3 Prime, which offers a 401(k) account in tandem...

COLA boosts to pension distributions have been proposed in Pennsylvania and Texas, while they have already been announced in Maryland...

Real estate allocations can strengthen participant outcomes and reduce volatility, according to the Defined Contribution Real Estate Council.  

The U.S. pension risk transfer market grew to $51.8 billion last year, totaling 568 transactions, according to Aon’s recent report.

Experts explained the advantages of cash balance DB plans and variable plans that offer a set payday without losing the...

Liability-driven investment, lump-sum distribution and de-risking options are all on the table, experts say.

Bipartisan measure would restore pensions to more than 20,000 retirees and provide back pay for benefits that were cut. 

SECURE 2.0 will make backloading easier and clarify the test process.

The research demonstrates that public-sector workers tend to feel safer spending more when they have a defined benefit retirement plan...

Several tailwinds are driving record growth in the pension risk transfer market. 

Higher stock prices were partially offset by a drop in discount rates.

The ongoing plan must still separate special financial assistance funds and invest them according to final regulations.