Which retirement plan is best for employees? It depends on a number of factors, explains adviser Robert Lawton.

Advisers must stay on top of reporting requirements under health reform, says Benefit Advisors Networks’ Perry Braun, without ignoring other legislation.

Workers over 60 can expect an increase in Social Security taxes next year but they won't get as much in return.

Terminating 401(k) and safe harbor 401(k) plans requires a high level of attention to detail.

Campaign issues are impacting employers in the United States, a new survey finds.

The tech giant increased the company’s 401(k) match program, matching 50% of employee deferrals up to $9,000 per year.

As the economy continues to recover, employers are looking at ways such as lump sum payments and career development opportunities to retain top performers.

Next year is gearing up to be a notable year of change for the plan sponsor with the DOL’s fiduciary ruling set to take effect, says columnist John Ludwig.

It’s no secret that new trends are continuing to shape the industry, while new technologies are changing how benefits professionals do their job.

Though tech can be helpful to enrollment and day-to-day administration, experts and consultants in the field are still needed.

Commodities aren't a good inflation hedge, according to one expert. Instead, talk to clients about TIPS or even some securities.

Genworth CEO Tom McInerney has been selling assets to ensure the insurer has sufficient liquidity after it was hit by losses on its long-term care coverage.

New research shows how the education and state government industries see their benefit offerings developing.

The software used by U.S. firms may be top-notch, but their global subsidiaries often deal with paper forms and spreadsheets.

Commodities aren't a good inflation hedge, according to one expert. Instead, talk to clients about TIPS or even some securities.

As the Department of Labor’s new regulation takes effect, employers need to prepare.

Hot new offerings such as wedding payments and professional development opportunities are helping employers like JPMorgan Chase to attract and retain top talent.

According to new data from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, most categories of workers are seeing wage growth hit post-financial-crisis highs.

New rules are ensuring that employees are not coerced into participating in the program, says attorney Norbert Kugele.

Consultant Zack Pace says benefits professionals need to use the duck test to eliminate health plan penalty risks.