Volatile markets slashing DC pension pots - Aon Hewitt

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UK - Higher annuity rates and volatile market conditions have dented retirement prospects for UK workers over the last few months, suggests research from Aon Hewitt.

The consultant said younger people have been hit particularly hard from the toxic combination of higher annuity rates and tough economic conditions. According to its index tracker - which shows ...

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