PwC research says it is ‘critical’ for schemes to assess full range of options for their endgame
Surplus options and public sector consolidator causing some schemes to re-evaluate strategy
PwC said increase in long-term gilt yields reduced estimated cost for schemes to buyout
Funding code and regs expected to apply to scheme valuations from September
PwC and XPS analysis find funding levels remain high despite narrow falls in surpluses
Increasing number of schemes considering run-on as an option
PwC finds over the last year, more than half of DB schemes saw asset values fall 20-40%
Mercer calls for relaxation of surplus access rules while PwC records £215bn surplus
PwC urged schemes to ensure data is ‘trade ready’ before considering a transaction
Aon tracker shows a fall in DC while PwC finds DB schemes had a £330bn surplus last month