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Corporate pension plan sponsors posted a median 4% return in the second quarter, thanks in part to their U.S. equity allocations.
Northern Trust said that corporate pension plans performed the best among all plans with a 4% investment return at the median for the quarter that ended June 30. Plan sponsors have benefited enormously from a huge run up in U.S. equities, says Bill Frieske, senior performance consultant in Northern Trusts investment risk and analytical services.
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The goal is to strike a thoughtful balance that supports employees during important life events while maintaining productivity, managing costs and ensuring equitable access.
From fiduciary guidance to financial education, advisers are taking on more responsibility as sponsors expand investment choices and focus on participant outcomes.
From emergency savings to retirement and AI-powered advice, employers are rethinking financial wellness as workers struggle to keep up with rising costs.
U.S. workers say retirement is getting harder to afford, raising questions about how organizations can help workers save, understand their benefits, and plan ahead.
Transamerica Institute finds more middle-class workers expect to fund retirement through 401(k)s and other savings, but financial pressures could derail those plans.
