Retirement benefits

Proponents of defined-contribution plans envisioned them as supplements to defined benefit plans; they didn't anticipate that 401(k)s would largely replace pensions.

With the potential for litigation that has plagued plans like NYU’s on the rise, it’s ‘time to clean up’ fiduciary activity in this sector, say industry experts.

Bloomberg View Columnist Megan McArdle explores if the retirement savings plan was 'a tragic mistake.'

But employer auto-enrollment, rather than employee financial intelligence, may be the reason.

Retirement plan sponsors should focus on student loan repayments, the fiduciary rule and more in the coming year.

Despite a post-election rally on Wall Street, Willis Towers Watson analysis finds that companies remain slow to fully contribute to their plans.

92% of 401(k) participants are unaware of the fees they pay in their plans, creating the potential to lose a substantial amount of retirement savings

With the potential for litigation that has plagued plans like NYU’s on the rise, it’s ‘time to clean up’ fiduciary activity in this sector, say industry experts.

Investors should learn to ignore market forecasts and predictions and stick to their comprehensive plan.

The plans bear closer resemblance to a DC model than their first-generation predecessor. But are they a realistic answer?

Retirees can hear different perspectives from other patients and learn more about their medical conditions.

These four benefits professionals were recognized this year for their efforts helping employees get healthier, smarter and more financially aware.

More than 8 in 10 young employees say they plan to work into retirement, which indicates a “fundamental shift.”

Many Americans are facing bleak retirement prospects as a result of the current do-it-yourself retirement system.

When helping people plan their post-employment lives, make sure they see the full picture of healthcare costs, says adviser Steven A. Plewes.

Consultants Keith Clark and Adam Pozek debate if 3(16) services add value to plan sponsors.

Thanks to legal battles and federal regulations, plan sponsors have more to consider than ever before

From expected changes to the ACA, to the embrace of wellness programs to the launch of new private exchanges, it’s been a busy 12 months.

Employers in 2016 were eager to learn ways to boost wellness program engagement and how the election cycle would play out in the benefit industry. Over the course of the year, these were some of the most popular slideshows compiled at EBN.

Market-return plans bear closer resemblance to DC model than their first-generation predecessor. But are they a realistic answer?