FTSE 350 schemes record £33bn deficit

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FTSE 350 pension schemes have recorded a funding level of 92% which equals a deficit of £33bn, Mercer figures reveal.

At December 31, 2007 the deficit stood at £13bn. The consultant said the figure illustrates the impact of market volatility on company balance sheets. The research also showed the insolvency risk...

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