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Standard Life launches private markets pension default

Financial Planning Today | 08 Apr 2026

Pensions and retirement savings provider Standard Life has launched a new pension default known as Future Opportunities which has a significant focus on private markets. The company said the default will help drive better member outcomes by embracing private markets. It is available for selection as a default by new and existing business across

Keep private equity, private credit out of pension plan

Herald & Review - Decatur | 04 Apr 2026

Oh, the irony. Just as market headlines

Terry Savage: Keep private equity, private credit out of your pension plan

Herald & Review - Decatur | 04 Apr 2026

Just as market headlines reveal huge worries about“ private credit” and“ private equity,” the Labor Department has proposed new guidelines to allow those very same instruments to be included in the 401 plans of unsophisticated individuals. ...

Standard Life launches private markets-focused pension default

IPE | 01 Apr 2026

Future Opportunities is latest evolution of the provider’s sustainable multi-asset strategy and builds on existing lifestyle strategy, incorporating access to private markets ...

Germany passes private pension overhaul to drive equity investment

IPE | 30 Mar 2026

Germany approves equity-focused pension reform with cost caps, raising concerns over second pillar competition ...

Sale of private sector contact centre business to focus on public sector and pensions businesses (Capita plc)

Public Technologies | 26 Mar 2026

) This transaction will be value accretive and will unlock a material overhead reduction as we remove further complexity from the Group. The Group expects to deliver approximately 200bps improvement in adjusted operating margin by 2027 (against the 2025 Group adjusted operating margin of 5.2%). We will be taking actions to deliver annualised

Market-bases finance and private market expansion: implications for supervision (EIOPA - European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority)

Public Technologies | 25 Mar 2026

) Description Market-based finance channels savings to borrowers through markets and securities rather than banks. Historically it was dominated by public equity and bond markets, offering access, transparency, liquidity and price discovery, while private markets were smaller. Since the early 2000s, in the U.S, listings have fallen and more funding

Private credit - Should I be worried about the headlines (XPS Pensions Group plc)

Public Technologies | 25 Mar 2026

) ? 25 Mar 2026 Private credit has come under the spotlight recently, following a number of retail funds gating redemptions

Private sector drives pension surge as CPS enters new phase

Business Day Online | 24 Mar 2026

Nigeria’s Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) is undergoing its most defining shift since inception, with the private sector emerging as the read more Private sector drives pension surge as CPS enters new phase ...

Trading 212 Pushes into Private Pensions After Five-Year Wait

Finance Magnates | 18 Mar 2026

Trading 212, an early disruptor of zero-commission trading in the UK and Europe, has secured authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to offer self-invested personal pensions (SIPPs). The expansion in the trading platforms’ product suite has been some time in the making. According to the Financial Times, the FCA had granted approval

Canadian pension funds count cost of private equity slump

Financial Times | 16 Mar 2026

Rising interest rates bring prolonged downturn to the buyout industry ...

Dutch pension fund duo picks Robeco for €1.15bn private corporate debt mandate

IPE | 13 Mar 2026

Robeco’s solution was jointly tailored for PMT and PME, with investments of €500m and €650m, respectively ...

XPS Xchange completes its largest private credit secondary purchase to date, bringing together three DB schemes (XPS Pensions Group plc)

Public Technologies | 11 Mar 2026

) XPS Xchange completes its largest private credit secondary purchase to date, bringing together three DB schemes 11 Mar 2026 XPS Group, a leading FTSE 250 pensions and insurance consulting and administration business, today announces the completion of its largest private credit secondary purchase to date, facilitated through the XPS Xchange

Budget Debate: Gov’t encourages pension funds to invest more in private companies - Jamaica Observer

Jamaica Observer | 10 Mar 2026

Finance and Public Service Minister Fayval Williams says the Government is taking steps to encourage pension fund managers to invest more of the roughly $850 billion in invested assets under their

HMRC warning as Brits told 'check before you dip' into private pensions

The Mirror | 08 Mar 2026

The taxman has urged anyone considering accessing their pension pot to make sure they are not caught up in tax avoidance schemes, which can leave savers facing huge bills ...

Senate plan would redirect teacher pension funds to private school tax credit

The Oklahoman | 06 Mar 2026

Why Trump, not Stitt, dominates Oklahoma’s Republican governor primary Oklahoma's next governor will likely be decided in the Republican primary, and in this race, one endorsement matters most: Donald Trump, not Stitt. An Oklahoma Senate plan to fund education initiatives with money designated for teacher pensions has drawn mixed reactions in the

Oklahoma could expand private school tax credits with money meant for pensions

The Oklahoman | 25 Feb 2026

Sen. Adam Pugh on Senate's proposal to expand Parental Choice Tax Credit with redirected funds The proposal would increase the funding cap for the tax credit program that helps sends students to private schools by using $25 million of the money that would be redirected from the Oklahoma Teachers' Retirement System. Provided by the Senate President

Pension funds invest in private credit. What are these high risk, high reward loans?

Hastings Tribune | 24 Feb 2026

When the economy is good, predictions for the next downturn abound: when it will start, what will cause it and who stands to lose. ...

Most popular Steve Webb columns on private pensions: The 12 hot topics

The Daily Mail | 23 Feb 2026

This is Money's star agony uncle Steve Webb receives many questions on private pensions. We've compiled his columns on 12 frequently raised topics. ...

Minnesota and other pension funds invest in private credit. What are the high risk, high ...

Star Tribune | 22 Feb 2026

The opaque debt market is growing fast and with little oversight. ...

HMRC private pension warning as Brits urged to 'think twice'

The Mirror | 14 Feb 2026

HMRC has warned people to be wary of pension withdrawals ...

Retirement News

Older workers are retiring instead of having to learn AI during their last years on ...

The Independent | 08 Apr 2026

The number of Americans in the workforce over the age of 55 hit a record low last month

How spending shocks affect retirement planning

Newsday | 08 Apr 2026

Market performance tends to dominate the conversation about risks to a retirement plan. But spending shocks can also curb a retirement portfolio’s longevity. In Morningstar’s research, we examined the implications of two major types of spending shocks: unanticipated early retirement and uninsured long-term care expenses at the end of life. The

State champion coaches, Watertown's retiring Pat McClemans among 37 honorees

Aberdeen News | 08 Apr 2026

Six state championship coaches and retiring Watertown boys coach Pat McClemans have received special year-end honors from the South Dakota Basketball Coaches Association. The SDBCA has announced its 2025-26 Region Coaches of the Year. A total of 37 coaches are being honored including state champion boys coaches Tim Buddenhagen of Huron (Class AA),

Duke to retire from Socceroos after World Cup bid

Australian Broadcasting Corporation | 08 Apr 2026

Mitch Duke will retire from international football this year, but is still hopeful of being part of Australia's FIFA World Cup squad. ...

Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers hints at retirement, ‘I have grandkids.’

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | 08 Apr 2026

Bucks coach Doc Rivers talks about selection to Hall of Fame Bucks coach Doc Rivers talks about selection to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers hinted at retirement, citing a desire to spend more time with his seven grandchildren.Rivers has one year remaining on his contract after taking over for Adrian

Retired assistant county attorney, Etlinger, dies

Seguin Gazette | 08 Apr 2026

Long-time, recently retired-Assistant County Attorney Robert “Bob” Etlinger died Saturday. ...

Former Voice of America employees call for ‘fork in the road’ agreements to be voided

Federal News Radio | 08 Apr 2026

Former Voice of America employees are calling for the dismissal of voluntary agreements they made last year to leave their jobs, after a federal judge ruled that the dismantling of VOA in 2025 was illegal. Four former VOA employees, all of whom accepted separation offers in 2025, filed a case with the Merit Systems Protection Board and are seeking

Frisco Fire Chief Lee Glover retiring after 35 years

Coppell Gazette | 07 Apr 2026

Frisco Fire Chief Lee Glover announced his retirement after 35 years of service. His tenure will come to an end on August 3. Glover worked his way up through the department ranks, joining as a firefighter in October 1991 and ultimately becoming fire chief in 2023.

Franklin Fire Department engineer-paramedic Darnell retires after 26 years

Williamson Herald | 07 Apr 2026

The Franklin Fire Department announces the retirement of Engineer-Paramedic Nick Darnell, who concludes a distinguished 26-year career of service to the department and the Franklin community. ...

Applying for Retirement FAQs (IMRF - Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Public Technologies | 07 Apr 2026

) April 7, 2026 One of the busiest times that retirement applications are submitted to IMRF is April through

BETH HOWARD ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 41 YEARS WITH VAIL RESORTS (Vail Resorts Inc)

Public Technologies | 07 Apr 2026

) Vail, Colo. - March 30, 2026 - Vail Mountain today announced the retirement of Beth Howard, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain, following a remarkable 41-year career that helped define the modern ski and hospitality experience across Vail Resorts' flagship ski areas. Howard began her career in 1985 as a college intern

Chief of Police Robert Johnson to retire from city of Corsicana

Corsicana Daily Sun | 07 Apr 2026

After 41 years of dedication to public safety, 10 of those serving as Chief of Police for the city of Corsicana, Robert Johnson is set to retire on April 17. ...

Minnesota’s pioneering Supreme Court chief justice is retiring. Here’s what to know.

Winona Daily News | 07 Apr 2026

Natalie Hudson, the first Black chief justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court, will retire this fall after 11 years on the state’s highest court — three of them leading it. Hudson announced her retirement in a news release April 6. ...

Retired State Rep. Moylan Now Lobbying For Rivers Casino

Journal Online Chicago | 07 Apr 2026

Marty Moylan OFF THE RECORD column Former state representative, Des Plaines mayor and alderman Marty Moylan has joined the ranks of other ex-elected officials by becoming a lobbyist. Marty confirmed this week that at this time he is only lobbying on behalf of Rivers Casino because state law requires that former

Home equity often ignored in retirement planning, but it could boost income and savings

The Economic Times | 07 Apr 2026

Many retirees have most of their wealth in their homes.

Levi Strauss & Co. Announces That After a Planned Transition, Chief Financial & Growth Officer Harmit Singh Will Retire (Form 8-K) (Levi Strauss & Co)

Public Technologies | 07 Apr 2026

) Levi Strauss & Co. Announces That After a Planned Transition, Chief Financial & Growth Officer Harmit Singh Will Retire -Company Commences Search, Singh to Remain Through Transition- San Francisco, CA - (April 7, 2026) - Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) (NYSE: LEVI) today announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Financial

Retired military officers call Trump’s threats against Iran ‘likely war crimes’

The Guardian | 07 Apr 2026

Alarm among military observers after president says ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if Iran ignores demands

TVA president, CEO announces his retirement

Decatur Daily | 07 Apr 2026

Less than a year after he was named president and CEO of the Tennessee Valley Authority, Don Moul told members of the board of directors he will be retiring effective July 1. ...

Mutual Fund

Older workers are retiring instead of having to learn AI during their last years on ...

The Independent | 08 Apr 2026

The number of Americans in the workforce over the age of 55 hit a record low last month

How spending shocks affect retirement planning

Newsday | 08 Apr 2026

Market performance tends to dominate the conversation about risks to a retirement plan. But spending shocks can also curb a retirement portfolio’s longevity. In Morningstar’s research, we examined the implications of two major types of spending shocks: unanticipated early retirement and uninsured long-term care expenses at the end of life. The

State champion coaches, Watertown's retiring Pat McClemans among 37 honorees

Aberdeen News | 08 Apr 2026

Six state championship coaches and retiring Watertown boys coach Pat McClemans have received special year-end honors from the South Dakota Basketball Coaches Association. The SDBCA has announced its 2025-26 Region Coaches of the Year. A total of 37 coaches are being honored including state champion boys coaches Tim Buddenhagen of Huron (Class AA),

Duke to retire from Socceroos after World Cup bid

Australian Broadcasting Corporation | 08 Apr 2026

Mitch Duke will retire from international football this year, but is still hopeful of being part of Australia's FIFA World Cup squad. ...

Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers hints at retirement, ‘I have grandkids.’

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | 08 Apr 2026

Bucks coach Doc Rivers talks about selection to Hall of Fame Bucks coach Doc Rivers talks about selection to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers hinted at retirement, citing a desire to spend more time with his seven grandchildren.Rivers has one year remaining on his contract after taking over for Adrian

Retired assistant county attorney, Etlinger, dies

Seguin Gazette | 08 Apr 2026

Long-time, recently retired-Assistant County Attorney Robert “Bob” Etlinger died Saturday. ...

Former Voice of America employees call for ‘fork in the road’ agreements to be voided

Federal News Radio | 08 Apr 2026

Former Voice of America employees are calling for the dismissal of voluntary agreements they made last year to leave their jobs, after a federal judge ruled that the dismantling of VOA in 2025 was illegal. Four former VOA employees, all of whom accepted separation offers in 2025, filed a case with the Merit Systems Protection Board and are seeking

Frisco Fire Chief Lee Glover retiring after 35 years

Coppell Gazette | 07 Apr 2026

Frisco Fire Chief Lee Glover announced his retirement after 35 years of service. His tenure will come to an end on August 3. Glover worked his way up through the department ranks, joining as a firefighter in October 1991 and ultimately becoming fire chief in 2023.

Franklin Fire Department engineer-paramedic Darnell retires after 26 years

Williamson Herald | 07 Apr 2026

The Franklin Fire Department announces the retirement of Engineer-Paramedic Nick Darnell, who concludes a distinguished 26-year career of service to the department and the Franklin community. ...

Applying for Retirement FAQs (IMRF - Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Public Technologies | 07 Apr 2026

) April 7, 2026 One of the busiest times that retirement applications are submitted to IMRF is April through

BETH HOWARD ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 41 YEARS WITH VAIL RESORTS (Vail Resorts Inc)

Public Technologies | 07 Apr 2026

) Vail, Colo. - March 30, 2026 - Vail Mountain today announced the retirement of Beth Howard, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain, following a remarkable 41-year career that helped define the modern ski and hospitality experience across Vail Resorts' flagship ski areas. Howard began her career in 1985 as a college intern

Chief of Police Robert Johnson to retire from city of Corsicana

Corsicana Daily Sun | 07 Apr 2026

After 41 years of dedication to public safety, 10 of those serving as Chief of Police for the city of Corsicana, Robert Johnson is set to retire on April 17. ...

Minnesota’s pioneering Supreme Court chief justice is retiring. Here’s what to know.

Winona Daily News | 07 Apr 2026

Natalie Hudson, the first Black chief justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court, will retire this fall after 11 years on the state’s highest court — three of them leading it. Hudson announced her retirement in a news release April 6. ...

Retired State Rep. Moylan Now Lobbying For Rivers Casino

Journal Online Chicago | 07 Apr 2026

Marty Moylan OFF THE RECORD column Former state representative, Des Plaines mayor and alderman Marty Moylan has joined the ranks of other ex-elected officials by becoming a lobbyist. Marty confirmed this week that at this time he is only lobbying on behalf of Rivers Casino because state law requires that former

Home equity often ignored in retirement planning, but it could boost income and savings

The Economic Times | 07 Apr 2026

Many retirees have most of their wealth in their homes.

Levi Strauss & Co. Announces That After a Planned Transition, Chief Financial & Growth Officer Harmit Singh Will Retire (Form 8-K) (Levi Strauss & Co)

Public Technologies | 07 Apr 2026

) Levi Strauss & Co. Announces That After a Planned Transition, Chief Financial & Growth Officer Harmit Singh Will Retire -Company Commences Search, Singh to Remain Through Transition- San Francisco, CA - (April 7, 2026) - Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) (NYSE: LEVI) today announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Financial

Retired military officers call Trump’s threats against Iran ‘likely war crimes’

The Guardian | 07 Apr 2026

Alarm among military observers after president says ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if Iran ignores demands

TVA president, CEO announces his retirement

Decatur Daily | 07 Apr 2026

Less than a year after he was named president and CEO of the Tennessee Valley Authority, Don Moul told members of the board of directors he will be retiring effective July 1. ...

A pension is nothing more than deferred compensation.
Elizabeth Warren

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