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Vanguard expands Target Retirement lineup for youngest investors; LGIM America launches five mutual funds; State Street Global Advisors enhances ESG portfolio construction; and more.

The lawsuit, like many others filed by plaintiffs represented by the law firm Capozzi Adler, also suggests the plan sponsor has failed to use the lowest-cost share classes...

A significant number of college-educated Millennials feel student debt has affected their ability to save for retirement and to buy a home.

New research by the National Institute on Retirement Security reaffirms earlier findings on the greater cost savings and efficiencies provided by pensions as compared to defined contribution plans.

The firm has agreed to pay $7 million and offer a brokerage window providing participants with access to nonproprietary funds.

The defendants in a lawsuit against Bronson Healthcare will pay $3 million to settle charges of ERISA violations.

In considering the plaintiffs’ various claims, the ruling sides firmly with the defense on all but one allegation.

Two-thirds of employees surveyed said having access to a financial wellness program would make them more likely to stay with an employer.

Experts predict another good year in 2022.

A panel of retirement researchers examined participant behaviors that can assist with or deter workers from achieving optimal savings outcomes.   

One prominent chief investment officer foresees a “tug of war between a good earnings tailwind and a modest valuation headwind,” likely resulting in substantial volatility for institutional investors. 

The Transamerica Advantage Solution is being described by the firm as ‘a configurable retirement plan’ designed to be attractive to small employers.

A TIAA survey also found employees are more concerned about day-to-day finances than saving for retirement.

Faegre Drinker names benefits and executive compensation partner; Smart enters into agreement to acquire Stadion; MidAmerica joins USRBP; and more.

In addition to increased functionality, the new online experience also features an online content hub with videos, articles and tools to help participants educate themselves.

Joseph Gamzon, with Willis Towers Watson, said many sponsors have better positioned their plans through investment allocation and settlement activity since 2008.