Friday, June 27th, 2025 A topical newsletter from PLANSPONSOR Decumulation Plan sponsors and recordkeepers are looking to investment products, insurance products and technology to improve participants’ ability to create a ‘paycheck’ in retirement. SPONSORED AD Benefits Plan Sponsors, Providers Face Challenges Creating Retirement Income Uncertainty and confusion about products, plan design and longevity all present obstacles to turning retirement savings into regular income. Investing Products Could Aid Decumulation Dilemma, but Plan Sponsors Remain Hesitant ‘Guaranteed income’ offerings are popular with retirees because they reduce the need for a do-it-yourself approach to retirement finance. Benefits How AI, Digital Tools Drive Potential for Decumulation Innovation With more recordkeepers embedding artificial intelligence capabilities into their platforms, many hope it will help participants select retirement income solutions. Opinions Cracking Open the Annuity Dilemma Exploring factors plan sponsors can review when evaluating lifetime income options. Opinions Retirement Income in DC Plans: The Way Forward Two NEPC executives provide perspective and practical tips on the retirement income landscape. Did someone forward you this newsletter? Sign up here to get PLANSPONSOR Spotlight directly in your mailbox!

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