Investment

Almost two thirds of companies have not changed their defined contribution (DC) default investment strategies to take account of the pension flexibilities, according to two surveys.

Defined benefit (DB) pension scheme trustees have been urged to consider the suitability of their funding plans after last week's ‘Black Monday' market shock.

Helen Morrissey reflects on a turbulent week on the stock market

FTSE350 companies have enjoyed a 7% month-on-month decrease in their defined benefit (DB) pension scheme deficits despite recent turmoil in the equity markets, according to Mercer.

There has been a significant rebound in the asset values of UK defined benefit (DB) pension schemes since this week's ‘Black Monday' stock market turmoil.

Rising longevity poses a much greater threat to companies with defined benefit (DB) pension schemes than low interest rates, Fitch Ratings has warned.

Top stories online this week include the fallout from'Black Monday', and PP's investment awards.

What China's slowdown means for UK schemes

Aviva Investors has appointed Neil Snyman as head of liability driven investment (LDI). He replaces Trevor Welsh in the role.

Trustees are learning to get bolshy over contracts