Maurer, Perault Promoted to Head BlackRock Retirement Units
The pair of managing directors will now head defined contribution and defined benefit retirement divisions.
Tag: Defined Contribution (DC)
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Trump Praised Australia’s Retirement System—Why It’s Hard to Copy
‘The U.S. and Australia are slowly evolving toward each other,’ one industry expert says: One is ‘nudging participation,’ while the...
New Blackstone Group Will Focus on DC Plans
Retirement plans’ private investments is the top priority of Blackstone’s defined contribution unit.
Vanguard: Modern Plan Designs Strengthen Participant Saving
According to Vanguard’s latest ‘How America Saves’ report, a record 45% of 401(k) plan participants increased their saving rates in...
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Empower Launches Fee-Free Index Fund
The firm intends to offer retirement plan participants higher growth potential by removing management fees in what it terms an...
Kivett Appointed 1st Head of Defined Contribution at KKR
The veteran of TIAA and Prudential started in the new role in December.
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Personalization Push Persists
Increased data availability has led to many more ways to customize the management of retirement portfolios.
Deadline Extended for Participating in the 2024 PLANSPONSOR DC Survey
Plan sponsors have until November 8 to complete the survey that can help them learn how their retirement plan stacks...
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The Golden Anniversary of ERISA: Celebrating Progress and Charting the Future of Retirement Security
As we mark the 50th anniversary of the law, it is an opportune moment to reflect on its profound impact...
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Design Options: Building Strong Retirement Plans
Retirement plan designs that include features and investment options incorporating retirement income into defined contribution plans are a 'good starting...
PLANSPONSOR Roadmap: SECURE 2.0 GPS
Experts review the road map for current and upcoming dates of the retirement legislation.
Retirement Contribution Limits, COLA Stay on Track With Continuing Resolution
The DC contribution limit was projected to be $23,000 for 2024, and the IRS should stay on track in implementing...
DC Plan Sponsors Should Pay Attention to Increased Litigation, Low Retirement Confidence
The first quarter of 2023 in the defined contribution market saw an uptick in lawsuits, many legislative and regulatory changes...
Transamerica Signs On as Recordkeeper for Smart’s ‘Choice PEP’
Smart Retirement Solutions’ new pooled employer plan aims to create a 401(k) retirement solution for employers looking to reduce their...
DC Council Expects Increase in Real Estate Investing
Real estate allocations can strengthen participant outcomes and reduce volatility, according to the Defined Contribution Real Estate Council.
Plan Sponsors Seek Liquid, Portable Retirement Income Solutions
Most plan sponsors hope their retirement income solutions provide a paycheck-like experience to participants, T. Rowe Price research found.
DC Plan Sponsors Increased Focus on Cutting Fees, Protecting Against Litigation in 2022
Callan’s Defined Contribution Trends Survey revealed that plan sponsors had increased interest in DEI efforts and eliminating fees in 2022.
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How Plan Sponsors Can Offer Backdoor Roth Conversions
Is a strategy that allows high-earners to roll over some of their retirement money into a Roth account worth the...
2023 DB Summit: Factors in DB Plan Decisionmaking
To keep the defined benefit plans active or not? That is the question for many plan sponsors.
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U.K. Nest Pension Auto Enrollment Remains ‘Robust’
Despite turbulent year, auto-enrollment continues to thrive, with opt outs lower than expected.