FCA

Helen Ball looks at balancing today’s pensions issues with tomorrow’s bigger picture

Industry responds to PPF levy consultation, buy-in volumes predicted to hit £55bn, VfM consultation

Consultation will require DC schemes to publish ‘clear data’ on performance, costs and quality of service

Modelling shows most consumers will not have suffered a loss as a result of transferring

Anish Rav says initiatives that help achieve a better outcome in retirement are welcome

But People’s Pension disappointed FCA did not recommend a ban on transfer incentives

Watchdog wants to ensure members not disincentivised by higher performance fees

Proposes regime for digital pension planning tool and providing savers with info in ‘single, coherent’ package

DWA’s Pete Osthwaite asks how long is five years for an almost retired person?

Announcements will include deregulatory measures for insurers and asset managers