Robust default options and guidance more important than engagement, finds research

Michael Klimes
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Good default options along the whole savings journey are more important than engagement, according to research by the People's Pension and State Street Global Advisors (SSGA).

New Choices, Big Decisions - the third report in a series - found higher levels of engagement did not lead to more shopping around or a better understanding of retirement decisions.    The findi...

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