Tag: defined benefit plans

The tables are to be used for determining contributions to DB plans and permitted disparity in DC plan contributions.

Those tracking S&P plans estimate a slight decrease in or flat pension funding ratio, while other estimate a slight increase....

The group says it has considered moving from a DB plan for clergy to a DC plan and concluded that...

NEPC says pension plan sponsors' expected returns are unrealistic.

Funded status of the typical corporate pension plan increased by 1% or 2% over the quarter, depending on the model...

According to the GAO report, the three pillars of the current retirement system in the United States are anticipated to...

“By providing an alternative dispute resolution option for employers who sponsor ongoing and terminated plans, we expect to save time...

Asset managers that monitor DB plan funded status found 1% through 1.3% increases last month.

In a statement, ERIC said it is pleased the agency took into account its request for flexibility for DB plan...

Researchers examine three levers that defined benefit plans can use to enhance portfolio outcomes in a low-interest-rate environment.

A technical update provides an alternative method for determining whether reporting an attrition event to the PBGC is required.

The agency is proposing that termination forms may be filed electronically and that plan sponsors be offered a pre-filing consultation.

Aon shows only 6% of U.S. corporate DB plan obligations have actually been settled since 2012.

The relief applies to PBGC premiums, single-employer plan terminations, reportable event notices, annual employer reporting, requests for reconsideration or appeals...

The agency is proposing two modifications for multiemployer plans and one modification for single-employer plans.

As part of the analysis of pension investments, the PensionSmart Analysis tool can examine different investment “glide path” options to...

“Companies feel that the time is right to reduce or eliminate their pension funding shortfalls.” says Matt McDaniel, partner, Mercer.

In addition to saving more and working later, researchers from State Street Global Advisors suggest policy changes that could improve...

Asset management firms estimate pension funding ratios declined slightly in August, but most say they are up for the year.

The most common preparatory steps taken include an evaluation of the financial impact of a pension risk transfer; discussions with...