AI-related stocks drive growth for younger generations in DC default investment strategies
Hymans Robertson found that younger DC scheme members who are around 30 years from retirement have benefited from their higher exposure to equity markets.
Case ceased against former company director charged with pension fraud
At a hearing today at Southwark Crown Court, the proceedings brought by The Pensions Regulator (TPR) ceased after it was confirmed the defendant had recently passed away.
Just Group completes £75m pension buy-in with Church of Scotland
This deal secures the benefits of around 1,500 pensioner and dependant members and 850 deferred members.
Aegon predicts silence on pensions in Spring Statement and warns of future changes
Steven Cameron warned that rising financial pressures on Government departments could lead to closer scrutiny of both the state pension age and the triple lock mechanism.
Maximising pension contributions via salary sacrifice could help balance NI hikes – Hymans Robertson
The firm said employers should seriously consider implementing this change which benefits both employers and staff.
Half of UK pension savers prefer domestic investments, PLSA finds
Of these, 37% would choose UK investments provided returns are comparable, while 16% would still favour them even with lower returns.
Teachers’ pension contributions set to increase from April 2025
Teachers earning below £34,873 will continue to pay a contribution rate of 7.4%.
Around half of workers are confident they will be able to quit their job at 70, research finds
Research from Phoenix Insights found around one in three 65 year olds are classified as retired, thirty years ago this was closer to three in four (73%).
Annuity rates return to previous highs in 2025, analysis shows
Just Group found that annuity rates, which had slipped back from the levels seen in late 2023, have since risen back to previous high points.
Canada Life completes largest £361m pension buy-in
Shreyas Sridhar said: “Completing this transaction is a significant milestone for Canada Life."
Nucleus calls for independent commission on pensions and savings policy
The call came in an open letter to Pensions Minister Torsten Bell and other key decision makers, renewing the push for an independent commission.
IFAs adjust pension planning strategies post-Autumn Budget – Standard Life
Two thirds (69%) of IFAs have advised clients to increase their retirement income withdrawals.
