Strong inflows for Belgium's third pillar

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BELGIUM - Subscriptions to Belgium's third pillar pensions have reportedly swollen following a government reform, which increased the amount people can save without being taxed from e650 to e780.

The measure, passed by parliament in November, is believed to have prompted individuals to review their mode of pension savings. In Belgium, a third pillar pension can be run alongside a second or ...

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