Tackling longevity risk a priority as schemes focus on run-on

Aon says it expects longevity market activity to rise due to attractive pricing and solutions

Holly Roach
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Aon demographic horizons team head Matthew Fletcher
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Aon demographic horizons team head Matthew Fletcher

Tackling longevity risk is rising up the list of priorities for pension schemes as more focus on run-on, according to Aon.

The consultancy said, with improvements in defined benefit scheme funding over the last few years, new challenges and opportunities have been presented to schemes, with many reviewing risk manageme...

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