403(b) Plan Investment Lineups Have Changed
Since regulations were passed in 2007, mutual funds have been embraced more by 403(b) plan sponsors and participants, and mutual fund fees have decreased.
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Retirement Industry People Moves
New Partner joins MKCI; DOL appoints leadership for 2021 Advisory Council; and ICMA-RC brings in new SVP and chief marketing officer.
The Argument to Save Pensions by Saving Unions
Some sources say growing union membership to previous levels could go a long way toward solving many of the most vexing economic challenges facing Americans today, including retirement...
Employees Want More Help From Employers on Retirement
More than half of participants surveyed said a guaranteed retirement benefit would best meet their needs.
Active vs. Passive Investing: Understanding the Difference
Knowing how each type of investing works, as well as their advantages and disadvantages, can help retirement plan sponsors construct appropriate investment menus.
DOL Has a Bone to Pick With DST Systems ERISA Lawsuit Settlements
Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia is fighting his own lawsuit about the matter and objects to a provision in the settlements that would bar him from litigation.
Calling All PLANSPONSOR Plan Adviser of the Year Nominations
Does your retirement plan adviser go above and beyond for your plan and participants? Tells us their story by nominating them for the 2021 PLANSPONSOR Plan Adviser of...
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Investment Products and Service Launches
Vanguard announces plans to launch ultra-short bond ETF and Annexus Retirement Solutions releases Lifetime Income Builder.
ERISA Lawsuit Targets Mercedes-Benz Over Admin Fees
According to the complaint, during the class period, the plan paid between $239 and $567 per participant annually for retirement plan recordkeeping and administration services.
Takeda Pharmaceuticals Faces ERISA Lawsuit Over TDF Suite in 401(k) Plan
The lawsuit says the target-date funds were selected for the plan despite having no performance history and, when they continued to underperform, they were not replaced with better...
Making the Savings Decision More Palatable for Participants
Research and real-life experience show that framing amounts employees need to save in smaller bits can help them increase and sustain their savings.
The Value of Having a Retirement Plan Committee Charter
While not required by ERISA, attorneys say a committee charter is a best practice that can help a plan run more smoothly—and help fiduciaries avoid litigation and penalties.
More Employers Prioritizing Health and Work-Life Balance
The Mercer/HERO Scorecard shows a growing consensus around the business case for well-being initiatives and an increase in social media strategies to reach employees.
Stars Have Aligned for Union Pension Funding Action
Sources hopeful for Congressional action say arguments about saving union pensions should be linked to the broader social and economic challenges facing the U.S. and its labor force.
Employers Can Expect ESG Guidance From New Administration
Clarification on the final rule is expected at some point in the first half of 2021, experts say.
Pandemic Puts More Households at Risk in Retirement
The Center for Retirement Research says half of American households are at risk of not being able to live at pre-retirement standards of living in retirement.
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Evaluating HSA Providers
What employers should ask to make sure they choose the right health savings account (HSA) provider for their employees.
Retirement Industry People Moves
Pentegra adds new regional director; director and consulting actuary joins R&M; Reed Smith adds New York-based executive compensation partner; and more.
UPenn Agrees to $13M 403(b) Plan Lawsuit Settlement
The newly published text of the settlement agreement and accompanying order include significant non-monetary actions to be undertaken by UPenn.
Helping Workers Rebuild Their Retirement Savings Post-Pandemic
Plan sponsors should stress the need to save for retirement and allay fears about market volatility, among other things.