New analysis projects higher account balance ratios for qualified participants, particularly Black women who max out their contributions.
Allianz Life research reveals more US adults imagining a gradual transition, with two-thirds thinking about working part-time as retirees.
The tech-enabled RIA is helping a privately owned broker-dealer arm its advisor network with a new solution for managing held-away retirement assets.
The new fiduciary rule will pull a lot of brokers under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, and harkens back to the levelized compensation from the 2016 rule.
Speed and nature of new DOL rule has left many in the insurance industry fuming, losing sight of the impact on ordinary investors
Lawsuit filed in Texas federal court argues that the agency “has exceeded its authority,” acting inconsistently with ERISA’s intent.
New report argues the guidelines, developed more than a decade ago, must be updated to better reflect current landscape of 401(k) plan options.
By financially empowering underserved communities, advisors can play a crucial part in tackling inequality.
The tax agency has updated its Strategic Operating Plan.
Ditching your legacy annuities when going independent used to be commonplace but there are now more options, says industry insiders.
Limra research finds more Americans than ever see a need for more coverage, but lack of knowledge still holds them back.
Survey of pre-retirees and retirees reveals a major focus on capital protection, with a strong preference for stability and guaranteed income.
Despite the popularity of private credit and PE, Cerulli research finds obstacles blocking their wider adoption in 401(k) retirement plans.
Poll of US adults finds nearly a third dipping into 401(k) retirement plans as cost-of-living concerns and other stressors pile up.
Investors’ doused sentiment around rate cuts leaks into market for munis, which posted their worst record since September.
Faced with rising living costs and debt, majority of women call for immediate action on Social Security and pension plans.
The leading annuity provider’s new income option allows investors added flexibility in building guaranteed lifetime income.
New EBRI research sheds fresh light on sentiments around inflation, Social Security benefits, and use of guaranteed income products.
Preliminary Limra results show total sales of $113.5B for individual annuities, rivaling the peak seen in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Survey finds one-fifth of US adults aged 50 and over have no retirement savings, and three-fifths concerned they’ll outlive their nest eggs.
