The combined deficit of FTSE 350 defined benefit (DB) schemes rose by £98bn over 2016, according to Mercer data.
On 30 December, the aggregate deficit hit £137bn, on an IAS 19 basis, up from £127bn at the end of November and £39bn the previous year. The figures represent a 251% increase over the 12 months. ...
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