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The five principles aim to help fiduciaries responsibly utilize alternative investments within a defined contribution framework.

Senators scheduled the markup after a hearing on Thursday in which they discussed the proposed legislation.

The funding ratio of state and local pension plans is projected to have increased slightly since 2023, despite greater stock market growth.

The legislation, introduced in the Senate in May, would allow employees younger than 21 to participate in their company’s 401(k) plan.

Filing after the Department of Labor’s amicus brief, Illinois plaintiffs allege that a grocery company violated its fiduciary duty by ‘failing to promptly exhaust forfeited funds.’

Candidly introduces AI Assistant; AllianceBernstein adds Pacific Life to multi-insurer platform; Crossmark, GlobalX, Invesco, Janus Henderson launch ETFs; and more.

Researchers found the availability and affordability of long-term services and support pose threats to retirement readiness.

State funds will make money this year but may miss their benchmarks, according to Equable.

Two former employees of Nokia North America allege that the company failed to replace poorly performing funds. 

Congress has introduced two bills this year regarding the agency’s practices. 

The Department of Labor announced its 2023 advisory opinion no longer reflects its views.

The expenses that 401(k) participants incur have declined considerably since 2000, according to the Investment Company Institute.

The legislation would mirror benefits offered to for-profit entities under the SECURE Act. 

Five industry experts weigh in on the benefits, the challenges and the misconceptions associated with pooled employer plans.

The agency provided guidance about tax withholding and reporting obligations for reissued checks.

The fund will be available for use in managed accounts such as target-date funds. 

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority supports New Jersey businesses interested in considering employee-owned retirement plans for participants.

Aon adds to reinsurance team; Inspira appoints Chris Herman as EVP of retirement and wealth; Alliant hires Betty Wehmann in its employee benefits group; and more.

With a presidential directive expected to come in the coming weeks, industry experts weigh the risks and rewards of the asset class.

The firms will offer the MSQ 5ForLife Balanced Fund to employers offering MissionSquare retirement plans that are allowed to use CITs.