December 2024
04Dec

China raises veterans’ pensions for 20th consecutive year

In a move that underscores its commitment to supporting military veterans, China has announced increases to the pensions and living allowances enjoyed by certain retired service members and other eligible recipients. The adjustment marks the 20th consecutive year that China has raised allowances for veterans, reflecting a sustained emphasis on honoring their service, according to the Ministry of Veterans Affairs. China has been working to better protect the rights and interests of the country's ex-servicemen and improve their well-being. In August, China...

December 4, 2024
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04Dec

US. Gen X investors ‘sandwiched’ between caregiving responsibilities and preparing for retirement

Retirement is right around the corner for some Gen X investors, but are members of the “sandwich generation” – tasked with caring for both children and aging family members – prepared? According to a new survey from Nationwide, one in five are unable to save for retirement, and 23% have reduced or stopped making retirement contributions entirely. What’s more, one in six are withdrawing from retirement accounts or investments to manage the financial pressures of caring for both their parents...

December 4, 2024
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04Dec

Rise and Challenges of India’s Gig Economy

According to a white paper by the Forum for Progressive Gig Workers, the gig economy in India is projected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17%, reaching USD 455 billion by 2024, driving significant economic growth and employment opportunities. What is the Gig Economy? About: The gig economy refers to a labor market characterized by short-term, and flexible jobs often facilitated through digital platforms. It involves individuals or companies offering services on a temporary or task-by-task basis, rather...

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04Dec

UK. The case for pension scheme investment in Bitcoin

In this article, Sam Roberts, the director of investment consulting at the scheme's adviser, Cartwright, explains why he believes Bitcoin has now evolved from a niche digital asset into a mainstream investment opportunity… Remember what they said about the following … Facebook...? It will never take off... a passing trend… no long-term growth. The reality was it became one of the largest social media platforms worldwide, a multibillion-dollar company, and paved the way for social media as we know it. ...

December 4, 2024
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03Dec

Chile. Jara arremete contra las AFP por reforma previsional y acusa presiones: “Ha sido espantoso el rol que juegan en esto”

En una entrevista, la jefa de la cartera del Trabajo señaló que “ha surgido una conversación respecto a lo que se denomina la licitación de los actuales afiliados y ahí hemos encontrado una resistencia tremenda”. Este lunes, la ministra del Trabajo, Jeannette Jara, acusó a las AFP de ejercer presiones y hacer un “lobby tremendo” en el marco de la tramitación de la reforma de pensiones. ¿Qué dijo la ministra Jara sobre las AFP? En conversación con Cooperativa, Jara abordó a las dos principales...

December 3, 2024
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03Dec

Colombia está de 19 en ranking de 43 países que más activos destinan a las pensiones

La Organización para la Cooperación y el Desarrollo Económicos, Ocde, presentó dos informes anuales sobre los sistemas pensionales de los países miembros y otros estados analizados, estos son ‘Perspectivas de pensiones de la Ocde para 2024’ y ‘Mercados de pensiones en foco 2024’, en ellos se resaltaron los activos que se destinan para las pensiones de los ciudadanos. Entre 42 países, Colombia logró el puesto 19 entre los que más activos destinan a las pensiones, posición que logró por su aumento destacado...

December 3, 2024
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03Dec

Argentina. La ANSES alcanzó un superávit financiero de $5,2 billones y fue clave para el ajuste fiscal

Desde enero a octubre, el Gobierno logró alcanzar un superávit fiscal financiero acumulado de $5,2 billones en la Administración Nacional de la Seguridad Social (ANSES) para el periodo entre enero y octubre de este año, transformándose en una parte clave para el ajuste fiscal. Los datos surgen después de un informe elaborado por la Fundación Éforo En los primeros diez meses del año, los ingresos totales de la ANSES alcanzaron los $36,3 billones, mientras que los gastos totales ascendieron a $31,1 billones, según los...

December 3, 2024
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03Dec

Giovanna Prialé dejará la presidencia de la Asociación de AFP

La Asociación de AFP (AAFP) informó que su presidenta Giovanna Prialé no continuará en el cargo luego de ocho años de gestión. A través de un comunicado, la asociación señaló que Prialé culminará entregará la presidencia el 31 de diciembre. Además, el Consejo Directivo agradeció su desempeño en la institución. “La Asociación de AFP informa que, luego de ocho años de gestión en la búsqueda constante de mejorar las pensiones de los peruanos, su actual presidenta Giovanna del Pilar Prialé Reyes...

December 3, 2024
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03Dec

Strong action is needed to make retirement systems more inclusive, resilient and innovative

The design and governance of asset-backed pensions should be enhanced to foster more inclusive and resilient systems, secure better outcomes for individuals and contribute to sustainable economic growth and innovation, according to new analysis from the OECD. Pension assets in OECD countries grew by 10% in 2023, reaching over USD 56 trillion, more than triple the level seen two decades ago. Total assets hit USD 63 trillion after adding pension reserve funds held by governments. The 2023 total is 5%...

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03Dec

The widening gender wage gap in the gig economy in China: the impact of digitalisation

The gig economy, fundamentally relying on the digital economy, is often celebrated for its potential to expand employment opportunities and close gender wage gaps. However, research on its gender impacts in China, the largest developing country with a rapidly expanding gig sector, is notably lacking. Employing discrimination theory, the findings challenge the prevailing optimistic view on the role of the gig economy. Utilising the China Labour Dynamics Survey data from 2014, 2016, and 2018, and applying the Bourguignon, Fournier,...

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