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Nearly four in ten employers surveyed say fewer than half their workers are financially equipped to meet retirement head-on.

The usual flow of retirement research and market commentary is being complemented this week by a refreshing look at the fundamentals—at the roles volatility and perception play in...

Growth figures this year are in line with a previous Kravitz report that found the number of these plans surged 31% in 2013.

Participants view their 401(k) as an essential workplace benefit.

A survey revealed numerous misconceptions about Social Security.

Balances in HSAs that leverage 401(k)-like investments are six times larger than those without them.

The lawsuit alleges violations of state law, the Fair Labor Standards Act and the U.S. Constitution.

The IRS says identity protection received as a result of a data breach will not be considered taxable benefits.

Employees with deferred vested benefits under the firm’s pension plan may elect to receive a lump-sum payment.

The “MetLife 3 R’s to Retirement” campaign and website offer resources and guidance to public school district employees.

Advisers say it is good for participants to be informed of even harsh realities.

There’s been a tug of war, of sorts, over the best design for K-12 school district 403(b) plans, but some say they should strike a balance between old...

A new website from ABG Retirement Plan Services helps address income needs in retirement.

Public pension leaders around the world agree that technology will improve participant services and administrative efficiency—though some skepticism remains in the U.S.

New hires and promotions at Nationwide and Mercer Investments, as well as new office locations for Pensionmark.

An appellate court ruled that the decisions to amend the plan and transfer certain assets to an annuity contract were settlor, not fiduciary, functions.

A flash drive containing information about 403(b) or 457(b) plan participants that was given to an IRS agent was lost.

A survey shows a significant jump in retirement plan participants’ perception of the helpfulness of provider resources for retirement planning, investing and saving.

They now comprise 28% of all defined benefit plans.

The Principal will assume obligation for pension benefits of certain retirees of the Lincoln Electric Company.