PPI launches Lost Pensions 2026 survey with DB scheme expansion
The 2026 survey will track changes in the lost pots landscape, looking at the number and value of lost pensions and their age distribution.
Aptia acquires Pension Decision Service from Mercer
The deal aims to strengthen the support available to pension savers facing complex retirement choices.
Lack of retirement planning leaves millions at risk of working longer, finds Skipton
Research found that 38% of adults had barely thought about retirement, while 17% of people aged 65 and over admitted the same.
Younger workers less confident about financial future, research finds
The study from WEALTH at work showed only a fifth (20%) felt on track to meet financial goals.
PASA issues guidance to improve data quality for contingent spouse pensions
The guidance covers key data points, governance, and options for calculation to help schemes balance accuracy, cost and efficiency.
Raindrop reunites customers with £447m in lost pensions during Q1 2026
The pension-finding platform located 61,858 pots in Q1 2026, up from 10,361 pots a year earlier.
Over a third of jobseekers do not ask about pensions when changing jobs – M&G
Only 6% of jobseekers asked about the pension scheme at the first interview, and just 12% did so at the final interview.
PPF surplus falls by £9.9bn in April despite higher funding ratio
Total scheme assets dropped by 4.8% to £1,105.0bn, while total scheme liabilities were down 5.2% to £841.2bn.
Backlog of pension scheme buyouts grows despite record conversions – BW
The survey from Barnett Waddingham (BW) showed nearly 160 DB pension schemes converted their buy-ins to buyouts in 2025, up 30% from the previous year.
AI adoption hits 100% across pensions industry, SPP research finds
The SPP’s 2026 AI Survey found that 100% of respondents are now using AI, up from 87% in 2025.
Advisers urge pension providers to better engage younger savers – People’s Pension
74% of independent financial advisers (IFAs) believe defined contribution (DC) providers need new approaches to connect with younger generation.
Pension Lab hires Kieran McGee as head of product
McGee brings more than 25 years’ experience in financial services, covering product strategy, partnerships and fintech integration.
