DB schemes at completely varying stages of funding

Poll shows mix of DB scheme readiness as to when they will be funded on a buyout basis

Martin Richmond
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DB schemes at completely varying stages of funding

Defined benefit (DB) schemes are still at completely varying stages of readiness as to when they will be fully funded on a buyout basis, according to a Professional Pensions survey.

Last week's Pension Buzz survey revealed 30% of those working on DB schemes expect their scheme(s) to be fully funded within three years, against 6% who said three to five years, 22% who voted six ...

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