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Drop in bulk annuity volumes hides rise in smaller pension buy-in deals, analysis finds
Total buy-in volumes fell by more than 20% year-on-year to £38.2bn, down from £47.8bn in 2024, according to Hymans Robertson.
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Hymans Robertson calls for more workplace guidance amid young people’s financial struggles
Ollie Le Farge said: “Accessible financial guidance can make a real difference by helping young people build confidence and resilience with their money."
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Over £500bn of pension scheme liabilities now insured – Hymans Robertson
Hymans Robertson expects that £1trn of pension scheme liabilities will have been insured by 2035.
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Long-term pension security is top priority for DB scheme members – Hymans Robertson
Trust in the organisation managing their pension was a key priority for over half (54%) of members.
Pensions & Retirement
Employers hold the key to improving retirement outcomes, says Hymans Robertson
The firm’s latest paper stated that employers will need to step up and address the challenge of retirement adequacy to deliver real change.
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DB Schemes to set endgame vision at pension valuation – Hymans Robertson
The firm said trustees and sponsors should use the time before the next valuation to agree on the long-term direction, making sure all parties are involved in the discussion.
Pensions & Retirement
Member experience drives pension scheme buy-ins and buy-outs – Hymans Robertson
The firm reported that trustees are doing more checks on insurers’ admin capabilities to see what kind of service members will get both during and after the transaction.
Pensions & Retirement
Hymans Robertson urges schemes to pause and reassess DB endgame options
Many schemes are ahead of expectations, but Hymans Robertson warned there is a risk of rushing into decisions.
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Gen X and women most at risk of financial stress, research reveals
The Employee Financial Stress Index, launched by Hymans Robertson Personal Wealth, found that Gen X workers reported the highest financial vulnerability at 40%.
Health & Wellbeing
HRPW partners with Krysalis Consultancy to support clients
Georgia Hall said: “The collaboration will enable us to support individuals with financial advice and assistance, as part of their recovery journey."
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Shift to DC cuts retirement outcomes across generations – Hymans Robertson
Research revealed a wide gap in pension savings between generations, which could get worse if nothing is done.
Pensions & Retirement
Hymans Robertson launches service to strengthen DB pension scheme governance
The service is aimed at improving how corporates oversee their schemes and work with trustees.