Industry favours overhaul of DC default funds

Majority of PP survey respondents want to see regular reviews of DC default funds

Martin Richmond
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Industry favours overhaul of DC default funds

A majority of the industry agree defined contribution (DC) default funds need a significant overhaul to make them fit for the future, according to a Professional Pensions poll.

Results from last week's Pensions Buzz survey revealed 56% of respondents believe a significant overhaul is required, against 33% who disagreed, while the remaining 11% said they did not know. O...

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