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26SepSeptember 26, 2023

UK. How can the pensions market help diversify DC savings?

There is a wide gap between the defined benefit and defined contribution generations in terms of the standard of living they are heading into for in retirement. Narrowing this gap was identified as a key driver for government by pensions minister Laura Trott in her keynote address to Onward, which she delivered the day after chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Mansion House speech. But while many who represent pension providers are clamouring for this gap to be filled by additional contributions, the government says we can...

September 26, 2023

NewsInvestment, Pension Management, UK

26SepSeptember 26, 2023

India. Around 90% regret not saving early for retirement, shows study

It is important to start saving early for retirement. In a recently-concluded study, it was revealed that a vast majority of people (90%) wish they had initiated retirement savings earlier, underscoring the significance of proactive financial planning. The study also revealed that Western India shows the least sense of security towards a peaceful retirement life compared to other zones. The India Retirement Index Study (IRIS), carried out by Max Life Insurance in partnership with Kantar, also revealed deep insights into the...

September 26, 2023

NewsIndia, savings

25SepSeptember 25, 2023

U.S. retirement assets continue increasing

U.S. retirement assets totaled $36.71 trillion at the end of the second quarter, according to data published recently by the Investment Company Institute. That marked the third straight quarterly increase after dropping to $32.81 trillion in September 2022. At the end of 2021, retirement assets were $39.73 trillion. Defined contribution assets totaled $10.23 trillion, up from the recent nadir of $8.96 trillion at the end of 2022's third quarter. The bulk, more than 70%, was placed in 401(k) plans. Defined benefit assets...

September 25, 2023

NewsPension Management, US

25SepSeptember 25, 2023

UK: Future Of Work | Understanding An Ageing Workforce

We recently launched our report on an Ageing Workforce. The report was produced by Censuswide, who surveyed 700 employees aged between 35-55 and working in different industry sectors across the UK. It explores areas including benefits, pensions, retirement planning, training and skillsets and offers employers a valuable tool in their planning for incentivising, supporting and retaining older employees. The ability to work on a flexible basis and from different locations (including overseas) continues to be an important benefit, and one...

September 25, 2023

NewsLabor Market, UK

25SepSeptember 25, 2023

AI in Investment Management: Separating Hype from Reality

Daily advances in artificial intelligence are leading some to herald it as the next frontier in asset management. AI can generate opportunity with new investment ideas and sources of alpha, as well as improve the risk management of existing quantitative models while creating new ones. But which developments are real and actionable, and which are simply noise? “What we’re seeing is, in a way, remarkable. The level of awareness of the technology has increased massively,” said Benjamin Roy, chief technology officer...

September 25, 2023

NewsInvestment, Pension Management, Technology

25SepSeptember 25, 2023

How The Backlash To ESG Can Create A Crisis For Companies

Companies should not be surprised when they face harsh criticism for doing what they think is the right thing, in the right way, and for the right reason. A case in point is efforts to implement environmental, social and government policies (ESG) in business and investing. What’s At Stake Given the divisive nature of society, people are more likely than not to have strong opinions—or outright and vocal opposition to the actions, decisions, and policies of companies and organizations. The backlash to ESG...

September 25, 2023

NewsESG

22SepSeptember 22, 2023

Alberta presents plan to exit Canada Pension Plan

Today, the Alberta government released a report detailing just how Alberta plans to exit the Canada Pension Plan — which would have ripple effects on all Canadians. The proposal would amount to Alberta removing more than $330 billion — or almost sixty percent — of the Canada Pension Plan’s assets. Since 1966, Canadians have confidently invested their retirement savings in the CPP. More than 650,000 Albertans are CPP beneficiaries, and Canada’s chief actuary reports that the CPP is sustainable for at...

September 22, 2023

News2023, Canada, Pension Management

22SepSeptember 22, 2023

Messaging on ESG strategies becoming critical, money managers say

Amid a continuing political backlash against the use of ESG in asset management — both as a term and as a part of the investment process itself — global money managers are taking action to fine-tune the language used in their messaging and engagement with clients and prospects. But it's not just in the U.S. where some money managers said they are thinking carefully about how they label their processes. Increased regulation in Europe has also put a spotlight on...

September 22, 2023

NewsESG, US

22SepSeptember 22, 2023

A year after budget crisis, UK debt faces fresh pensions headwind

Britain's pensions industry, Europe's biggest, is posing a new challenge to the country's 2 trillion pound ($2.5 trillion) government bond market a year on from the "mini-budget" crisis that put the sector at the centre of financial stability fears. Pension funds are big buyers of UK debt, known as gilts, but they are likely to step back just as the Bank of England (BoE) reduces its own holdings faster and debt issuance remains high, adding pressure on British borrowing costs. Benefiting...

September 22, 2023

NewsPension Management, UK

22SepSeptember 22, 2023

Canada pension funds stay committed to India investments amid diplomatic tensions

Amid India-Canada diplomatic tensions, Canadian pension funds have retained their substantial Indian equity holdings, demonstrating a steadfast long-term approach. Market experts believe that Canadian investors continue to show commitment to India, minimising the influence of current tensions on their investments. "Pension funds, known for their long-term investment perspective, typically do not react hastily to such geopolitical events. They maintain a strategic outlook and are likely to wait for developments before making any major adjustments. There's a reasonable expectation that this...

September 22, 2023

NewsCanada, India, Investment

September 2023