A multi-pronged approach is required to improve pensions adequacy, according to panellists at the PLSA’s annual conference in Liverpool.
Pensions minister targets growth, better retirement outcomes
Pensions minister Emma Reynolds opens the PLSA Annual Conference with a promise to deliver on economic growth and improved member outcomes.
Blue bonds could boost sustainability efforts in emerging markets
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Issuance of sustainable debt has exploded over the past 10 years as many investors seek to allocate capital to sustainability efforts while pursuing investment returns.
Govt launches National Wealth Fund to drive pension fund investment
The government has officially launched the National Wealth Fund and announced reforms to other public institutions to encourage additional pension fund investment into high-growth UK companies.
Pension savers open to higher contributions, says PLSA
As the effects of the cost-of-living crisis are starting to abate, many of those saving for a pension are supportive of paying more in, according to a survey.
Nest plots decumulation offering with new appointments
The UK’s biggest defined contribution master trust has appointed Hymans Robertson and WTW to help it design a decumulation service for its members.
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Why the LGPS doesn’t need to be forced to buy UK
Rachel Reeves is considering a “Canadian” model for local government pensions investment. GLIL’s Ted Frith supports the idea of galvanising UK infrastructure investment but argues that the mechanism to achieve this already exists.
Consolidation is not a silver bullet for UK growth
The PLSA’s Nigel Peaple explains how a rounded, considered approach to pension investment will help achieve the government’s aims.
Empowering the £1.5trn in private sector DB pensions
How can the government help pension schemes make better use of their substantial surpluses, asks Jos Vermeulen of the Society of Pension Professionals.
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