DC growth-phase strategies show positive returns despite 'volatile' start to 2026

Isio analysis of DC master trusts found providers maintaining long-term growth focus

Holly Roach
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DC growth-phase strategies show positive returns despite 'volatile' start to 2026

Defined contribution (DC) master trust growth-phase strategies delivered positive returns in Q2, despite a “volatile” start to 2026, Isio says.

The consultant's analysis of 14 major UK DC master trust providers revealed global equities rebounded in quarter two as geopolitical tensions eased and oil prices fell, which "improved investment s...

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