Greater investment choice could drive pension engagement, says Penfold

Digital provider suggests guidance should be balanced with choice

Alex Levy
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Chris Eastwood: The future of pension investing is about meaningful choice, supported by thoughtful guidance
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Chris Eastwood: The future of pension investing is about meaningful choice, supported by thoughtful guidance

In a snap poll of 800 members by digital workplace pension provider Penfold, the majority (69%) said greater investment choice would encourage them to take positive action with their pension.

The finding follows a survey of 2,000 UK employees by Penfold in which 41% said their pension provider makes pensions more complicated than necessary and 29% trust their provider most to explain th...

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