THOUGHT LEADERSHIP ARCHIVE

The DC Imperative: Advance Investment Solutions to Strengthen the Retirement Lifeline

Defined contribution plans are a critical component of retirement savings and, for many, can be a lifeline to financial security in retirement. However, participants want and need help to retire with dignity. We believe that the availability of enhanced investment solutions and today’s greater regulatory clarity make this the time for plan sponsors to act.

Cracking the Retirement Code: Income Replacement Rates

Will future retirees have enough income to maintain their pre-retirement standard of living? A retirement plan without an income replacement plan is just a savings account, which could fall short of participants’ needs in retirement.

The Vital Role of HSAs: More Than Just a Health Care Spending Vehicle

This article explains how HSAs offer triple tax advantages, immediate and long-term financial benefits, and strategic value for both employees and employers, with tips for maximizing participation, minimizing fees, and integrating HSAs into retirement planning.

Implications of Demographic Shifts for Retirement Plan Sponsors

An expert from Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company talks about the implications of shifting demographics in the U.S. and how plan sponsors can address them to provide better outcomes for participants.

Expanding Access to Annuities Through Simple Digital Tools

Sponsors of 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans can offer simple, easy-to-administer and easy-to-understand solutions that provide guaranteed retirement income for participants. 

Understanding the Drivers of Retirement Confidence

In this retirement insight, MFS shares the responses from U.S. participants in three sections: market event impacts, retirement confidence and the power of quality advice.

Navigating pension risk in today’s economic climate

A recent white paper from Principal® provides insights on how the current economic environment has impacted pension plan funding ratios and resulted in opportunities to consider new risk management strategies.

Integrating Benefits for Employees’ Overall Well-Being

“Beyond basic insurance coverage, employees want support for their holistic well-being, encompassing physical, mental and financial health, as well as promoting a healthy work-life balance,” says Rich Cordova, senior vice president of retirement services and practice leader at Marsh McLennan Agency. How can employers meet the needs of employees and attract and retain important staff?...

What Top Talent Really Wants

Hint: It comes down to more than just the size of the paycheck.

Exploiting Long-Term Inefficiencies in Today’s Credit Markets

We examine the shifting landscape across the US credit markets and how long-term active managers can try to exploit the market's short-term focus to add alpha. By Robert M. Almeida, Global Investment Strategist, Portfolio Manager and Henry Peabody, Fixed-Income Portfolio Manager

Considering COLI in a Tight Labor Market

Interview with David Mohr, Head of COLI Sales and Distribution at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual)