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New Department of Labor guidance aims to clarify legal treatment of workplace contributions ahead of the July 4 launch of the children’s savings accounts.

The guidance also clarified that certain annuity buyouts do not trigger a reportable event.

Stakeholder comments on the proposal, which could expand the popularity of this kind of pension fund, are due by August 10.

The National Association of Christian Lawmakers joined the growing campaign to allow lower-cost investment vehicles in nonprofit retirement plans.

The retirement industry veteran will work on original research, thought leadership and strategic growth for the registered investment advisory and wealth management firm.

Michael Miller will lead the company’s efforts to encourage defined contribution plans to consider adding private-market investments.

Consultants predicted four developments could accelerate plan sponsors’ adoption of guaranteed products.

After First Brands’ bankruptcy and pension plan termination, the federal agency stepped in to ensure retirees receive their full benefits.

The insurance company hopes a recent 4th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling will influence the decision about the plaintiffs’ class status.

Defined contribution plan participation increased to 86% last year from 65% a quarter century ago, according to the firm’s latest ‘How America Saves’ report.

Report concludes the accounts' benefits are most significant in plans that have lower defaults, no escalation.

The proposal would cut the agency funding by more than 5% as part of the administration’s plan to shrink the size of the federal government. 

The funded status of the 100 largest U.S. corporate defined benefit plans reached its highest mark since July 2001, according to Milliman.

When traditional accumulation strategies leave participants’ retirement outcomes falling short, plan sponsors can employ and recommend creative solutions to bridge the savings gaps.

CalPERS appoints leader of total portfolio approach; SEC gains members of small business capital formation advisory committee; SPARK Institute elects governing board leadership; and more.

Private market investments at least warrant a look, according to speakers at the 2026 PLANSPONSOR National Conference.

The latest trustees report moved the deadline closer, but the real story is that lawmakers are running out of ways—and time—to avoid a decision.

PGIM expands ETF lineup; Schwab Asset Management cuts fees on 4 ETFs; and more.

The appeals court’s ruling in a challenge to tobacco-use surcharges could affect more than 75 pending lawsuits related to workplace wellness programs. 

Despite a strong month for equities, participants reduced equity exposure and redirected allocations into fixed income, according to Alight.