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One in 10 over-55s targeted by pension freedom scammers - Pru
Nearly one in 10 over-55s fear they have been targeted by suspected scammers since the launch of the pension freedoms, research by Prudential has found.
Early retirees 'feel most comfortable' but lose £3,400 every year, finds research
Those retiring early are worse off each year compared to those retiring at the state pension age, but are the most comfortable when it comes to their financial situation, according to Prudential.
We have used 25% lump sum wisely, say four in five freedoms users
Savers are not squandering their tax-free lump sums under Freedom and Choice but are taking a more cautious approach to retirement, according to Prudential research.
Have IGCs improved value for money in contract-based pensions?
A third round of IGC reports show most have lowered charges, but transaction costs remain hard to pin down. Kim Kaveh looks at the key findings.
Three years on: Over-55s encouraged to save more by pension freedoms
Around one in ten (11%) workers aged over 55 say pension freedoms have encouraged them to save more since the rules came into effect in April 2015, Prudential has found.
Prudential's IGC removes high-charging funds and complex cost structures
The independent governance committee (IGC) for Prudential has improved value for money for members by simplifying charging structures and starting to shut expensive funds, according to its third report.
Bulk annuity service launched in bid to revolutionise transactions
A buyout tool which provides schemes with up-to-date pricing and comparisons between insurers has been launched by JLT Employee Benefits.
Five stories you may have missed this week
This week's top stories included coverage of the ongoing Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) saga, where members rejected a negotiated deal between their union and the employers.
Prudential sells £12bn annuity book to Rothesay Life
Prudential has sold £12bn in annuity assets to reinsurance business Rothesay Life as part of its M&G demerger announced today.
Prudential to spin off M&G business
Prudential is to separate M&G Prudential from the insurance business to create two separately-listed companies.
Poor management of climate risks 'could burden AE savers'
Retirement savings of millions of members could be hit with significant losses if pension providers do not step up action on climate risks, according to research.
Hymans Robertson expands risk transfer team with partner hire from Prudential
Hymans Robertson has appointed Michael Abramson as a partner and risk transfer specialist to grow its risk reduction offerings.
Top predictions for bulk annuities in 2018
The buy-in and buyout market is on course for a record-breaking year as demand continues to rise amid attractive pricing. Victoria Ticha looks at what to expect
M&G Pru ditches Capita as life and pensions administrator
M&G Prudential has announced plans to terminate its contract with Capita for the administration of its UK life and assurance business.
L&G reinsures £600m of longevity risk through Prudential
Legal and General (L&G) has reinsured $800m (£598m) of longevity risk relating to pension liabilities in its bulk annuity business through Prudential Retirement Insurance and Annuity Company (PRIAC).
Budget 2017 (number two): What's in store for pensions?
Ahead of the second Budget of 2017, industry experts tell James Phillips what they think the chancellor will seek to change on 22 November.
One third of workers nearing retirement wish they had saved more, finds study
Pension savers in their final years of work are concerned they will not be able to match the living standards of those who have already retired, according to research by Prudential.
Pru reinsures $1.2bn of PIC's longevity risk
Prudential Insurance Company of America has agreed to reinsure around $1.2bn (£920m) of Pension Insurance Corporation's (PIC) longevity risk.
DC membership soars 62.5% in 2016; active membership hits all time high - ONS stats
Occupational pension scheme membership hit yet another record high in 2016, with more than 39.2 million saving through their workplace, latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) data reveal.
Number of retirees with no pension falls 9% since 2008, says research
The number of women and men retiring without pension savings has substantially decreased since 2008, according to a Prudential study.
Cabinet Office names preferred provider for civil service DC scheme
The Cabinet Office has named Legal & General as the preferred provider for the civil service's defined contribution (DC) scheme.
How to get good DB transfer outcomes for members
Pension schemes should rethink their approach to defined benefit transfers in response to high demand since Freedom and Choice, writes Kim Kaveh
ILC: 'The UK pension system is sustainable but inadequate'
Some 18% of earnings need to be saved each year to achieve an adequate income, an International Longevity Centre (ILC) report has concluded.
Plans to raise state pension age to 68 by 2039 heralded by industry
Plans to raise the state pension age (SPA) to 68 seven years ahead of schedule by 2039 has been welcomed by the industry as a necessary move to reflect rising life expectancy and keep costs affordable.
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