Price not only factor when considering BPA insurer, Hymans says

Consultancy says DB schemes should consider other factors, not only price

Holly Roach
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Price not only factor when considering BPA insurer, Hymans says

Defined benefit (DB) pension schemes should consider other factors, not only price, when selecting an insurer for a buy-in or buyout transaction, Hymans Robertson says.

The consultancy urged while overall cost "remains crucial" for DB scheme trustees assessing options as their schemes reach buyout and wind-up, other factors such as administration capability, opera...

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