Defined Benefit

Panel says it is ‘essential’ for schemes to have a ‘transparent’ relationship with their sponsor

PPF says funding positions strengthened as liabilities fell faster than assets during the month

Research from IFM Investors suggests public backing for infrastructure investment

Less than half of schemes regularly use simulations to test incident response plans

Draft rules pose practical challenges for sharing DB surplus with members

Advisers say schemes unlikely to wait for DWP consultation before making a move

Perspectives from our panel of five investment managers

Firms also strike new strategic partnership for alternative fixed income solutions

XPS poll finds over half expect surplus to be shared with members in the next three years

LCP research finds 60% say potential for sponsor refunds should factor into scheme strategy