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Social Insurance Organisation enhances pension service for private sector, reduces processing time to five days

bizbahrain | 30 Apr 2026

The Social Insurance Organisation (SIO) has enhanced its pension disbursement request service for private sector employees, as part of ongoing government efforts to improve service quality and streamline processes. The upgraded service enables eligible insured individuals in the private

Council of State Suspends Transfer of $6.9B from Private Pension Funds to Colpensiones

Colombia One | 28 Apr 2026

A new decision by a high court irritates the government of President Gustavo Petro. The Council of State, the highest court of administrative litigation, suspended Decree 415 of 2026, which orders the transfer of 25 trillion pesos (US$6.9 billion) from the Pension Fund Administrators (AFP) to Colpensiones, and thus the Colombian pension system

Simon’s weekly wrap: Private credit, pension surprises and Trump tariffs

Moneyweb | 24 Apr 2026

This week we looked at US private credit risks, pension benefits that don't always go where you think, markets hitting new highs after every crisis, and Trump's tariff war. ...

Health insurers urge government to continue rebate discounts for Australians over 65s on low incomes, including aged pension (Private Healthcare Australia)

Public Technologies | 23 Apr 2026

) Health insurers are calling on the Government to exempt Australians aged over 65 on low incomes - including those on the Age Pension - from changes to the Private Health Insurance Rebate, warning the move could force vulnerable people to drop their cover. Private Healthcare Australia (PHA), the peak body for health insurers, say requiring

Consortia drive Italian pension funds’ access to private markets

IPE | 22 Apr 2026

Italian pension funds expand consortia model, boosting scale, cutting costs and deepening private markets exposure ...

UK pension funds face ‘huge’ costs to sell private assets

Financial Times | 22 Apr 2026

Industry regulator has written to 58 schemes to warn about their exposure to hard-to-sell investments ...

New call for spouses to inherit full amount of State or private pensions

Daily Record | 20 Apr 2026

An online petition argues that it’s ‘not not just about money - it’s about dignity, fairness, and the recognition of lifelong partnerships’. ...

Africa’s growing pension assets yet to unlock private market investment

Business Day Online | 14 Apr 2026

Domestic institutional capital across Africa has expanded over the past

Europe's biggest pension investor eyes private markets boost

Khaleejtimes | 13 Apr 2026

Europe's biggest pension investor, APG, will increase its allocation to private markets to just over 30% and sees current credit market flux as a potential buying opportunity, its chief investment officer for private investments told Reuters. APG invests around 600 billion euros ($702.00 billion) for clients including ABP, the Netherlands' biggest

Keep private equity out of pension plans

The Bismarck Tribune | 11 Apr 2026

Oh, the irony. Just as market headlines

North American pension funds stick with private credit bets despite risks

Invezz | 09 Apr 2026

Several major North American pension systems are maintaining their exposure to private credit investments despite increasing stress within the sector, as per a Reuters report. Among them, the California State Teachers’ Retirement System continues to hold positions in private credit funds, including those managed by Blue Owl Capital Inc. According

HMRC issues "look twice" warning to UK workers over accessing private pensions

The Mirror | 09 Apr 2026

In a stark warning, HMRC urged people to "check before you dip" ...

Generational wealth gap is closing as under 40s build up private pensions

The Daily Mail | 09 Apr 2026

Younger adults are not as badly off compared to older generations as feared because their private pension wealth has been under-estimated, a new report shows. ...

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

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Ronaldo hints at nearing retirement, eyes league glory with Al-Nassr

Times of Oman | 01 May 2026

RiyadhPortuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo has acknowledged that the end of his illustrious playing career is approaching, while reaffirming his ...

Trump makes major change to retirement plans — and order could impact 56M Americans

New York Post | 01 May 2026

WASHINGTON — President Trump has signed an executive order to create retirement accounts for tens of millions of workers who don’t currently have access to a 401(k) or another workplace plan. “I promised to make the same types of retirement accounts enjoyed by federal employees available to all Americans, and that’s what we’re doing. It only seemed

How to check if you’re eligible for new Trump retirement accounts – and how much ...

New York Post | 01 May 2026

President Trump signed an executive order Thursday aimed at getting tens of millions of American workers enrolled in retirement accounts. The order further directs the Treasury Department to implement the Federal Saver’s Match program to boost Individual Retirement Account (IRA) savings. Here’s what you need to know about the new accounts and the

'There were also times when I was overwhelmed by frustration and anxiety': Former US Open finalist announces retirement

Yahoo Daily News | 01 May 2026

SID Fri, 1 May 2026 at 3:30 am UTC·1 min read US Open finalist and Asia's most decorated player Kei Nishikori will hang up his racket at the end of the season. The 36-year-old Japanese star revealed the decision on social

Former US Open finalist Kei Nishikori to retire from tennis at the end of this year

Idaho Press-Tribune | 01 May 2026

Former world No. 4-ranked and 2014 U.S. Open finalist Kei Nishikori said on social media that he plans to retire at the end of this tennis season. Nishikori missed the Australian Open in January with right shoulder pain and has ...

'They'll be rich': Trump signs order to expand workers' access to retirement accounts

The Economic Times | 01 May 2026

'They'll be rich': Trump signs order to expand workers' access to retirement accounts ...

Major Shana Rene Miller, USAF, Retired

The Blackshear Times | 01 May 2026

Maj. Shana Renee Miller (United States Air Force (USAF), Retired), 47, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her home in Knoxville, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents, EldridgeTommy” Thomas Jr. and Judy Needre, and by her grandparents, Col. Eldridge and Kathleen Thomas and Jimmy and Helen Oliveras. Born in Newport News, VA, Maj.

Ex US Open Finalist Nishikori To Retire From Tennis At The End Of This Year

NDTV | 01 May 2026

Making his professional debut in 2007, Nishikori became the first Japanese player to advance to the final of a Grand Slam men's singles tournament at the 2014 Open in New York, which he lost in... ...

After over four decades, OPAS Executive Director Anne Black prepares for retirement

The Bryan Eagle | 01 May 2026

After 40 years of leading OPAS at Texas A&M, Anne Black reflects on the performances, students and community that shaped her career and the legacy she hopes continues after retirement. ...

Tennis: Japan tennis icon Kei Nishikori announces retirement at end of season

Kyodo | 01 May 2026

NEW YORK - Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 Kei Nishikori said on social media Thursday that he will retire at the end of the season. The 36-year-old said in early April he was "barely hanging on" in terms of his physical condition,

What is TrumpIRA.gov? Trump unveils plan for new retirement website

The Hill | 01 May 2026

The website is set to launch by next year and will help workers find and enroll in IRAs. ...

Park City cross country skier Rosie Brennan retires from World Cup skiing

Park Record | 01 May 2026

" data-image-caption=" Park City cross country skier Rosie Brennan retired from World Cup skiing on Thursday after 12 seasons and three wins. The 37 year old also competed in three Winter Olympics and six World Championships. "

Retired NYPD Officer Anthony J. Fuoco had no family, so 200 police and other mourners ...

Newsday | 01 May 2026

He'd spent his life in service to others — first as a specialist in the U.S. Army and then as an NYPD patrolman. In January, retired Officer Anthony J. Fuoco died alone. After his remains went unclaimed for two months and no family could be found, nearly 200 of his fellow officers, veterans and mourners who never met him came to say goodbye on

Ex-England defender Ashley Young announces retirement from soccer

Newsday | 01 May 2026

IPSWICH, England — Former England defender Ashley Young has announced his retirement from soccer at 40. Young played for the likes of Manchester United and Inter Milan, and has spent this season at second

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson Retires After 25 Years (Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism)

Public Technologies | 01 May 2026

) State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson Retires After 25 Years Posted on Apr 30, 2026 in News For Immediate Release: April 30, 2026 HONOLULU-Hawaii State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson will be retiring from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) effective April 30, 2026, concluding 25 years of service managing the

Kei Nishikori, former world No. 4 in tennis, announces plans to retire at end of season

The Athletic | 01 May 2026

Nishikori, 36, was the first man from Asia to reach a Grand Slam final and lone Japanese tennis player to cross the 450-win threshold. ...

Opinion | Financial Focus: Which retirement plan is right for your business

Vail Daily | 01 May 2026

If you’re a local business owner, a workplace retirement plan can be a powerful tool — helping you manage taxes, strengthen employee retention and build personal financial security. Many in your situation, however, assume retirement plans are complicated or only suitable for large companies. The reality is quite different. Today’s

American National tower should be retirement housing

The Galveston Daily News | 01 May 2026

A better use of the American National Insurance Co. tower would be a senior retirement community ("Big emotions, big questions arise with American National's Galveston departure," The Daily News, April 30, 2026). ...

American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) Applauds Executive Order Expanding Retirement Plan Access (ACLI - American Council of Life Insurers Inc)

Public Technologies | 01 May 2026

) WASHINGTON-American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) President and CEO David Chavern said the following regarding President Trump's executive order expanding retirement plan access: "Too many people lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, and this

Rep. Smucker Joins President Trump for Signing of Executive Order on Expanding Access to Retirement Benefits (Lloyd Smucker)

Public Technologies | 01 May 2026

) WASHINGTON - On Thursday, Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11) joined President Donald J. Trump for the signing of an executive order to expand access to retirement benefits for Americans. The order will direct the Treasury Department to launch a website where workers without employer retirement plans can find and enroll in private IRA options. "I am

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Ronaldo hints at nearing retirement, eyes league glory with Al-Nassr

Times of Oman | 01 May 2026

RiyadhPortuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo has acknowledged that the end of his illustrious playing career is approaching, while reaffirming his ...

Trump makes major change to retirement plans — and order could impact 56M Americans

New York Post | 01 May 2026

WASHINGTON — President Trump has signed an executive order to create retirement accounts for tens of millions of workers who don’t currently have access to a 401(k) or another workplace plan. “I promised to make the same types of retirement accounts enjoyed by federal employees available to all Americans, and that’s what we’re doing. It only seemed

How to check if you’re eligible for new Trump retirement accounts – and how much ...

New York Post | 01 May 2026

President Trump signed an executive order Thursday aimed at getting tens of millions of American workers enrolled in retirement accounts. The order further directs the Treasury Department to implement the Federal Saver’s Match program to boost Individual Retirement Account (IRA) savings. Here’s what you need to know about the new accounts and the

'There were also times when I was overwhelmed by frustration and anxiety': Former US Open finalist announces retirement

Yahoo Daily News | 01 May 2026

SID Fri, 1 May 2026 at 3:30 am UTC·1 min read US Open finalist and Asia's most decorated player Kei Nishikori will hang up his racket at the end of the season. The 36-year-old Japanese star revealed the decision on social

Former US Open finalist Kei Nishikori to retire from tennis at the end of this year

Idaho Press-Tribune | 01 May 2026

Former world No. 4-ranked and 2014 U.S. Open finalist Kei Nishikori said on social media that he plans to retire at the end of this tennis season. Nishikori missed the Australian Open in January with right shoulder pain and has ...

'They'll be rich': Trump signs order to expand workers' access to retirement accounts

The Economic Times | 01 May 2026

'They'll be rich': Trump signs order to expand workers' access to retirement accounts ...

Major Shana Rene Miller, USAF, Retired

The Blackshear Times | 01 May 2026

Maj. Shana Renee Miller (United States Air Force (USAF), Retired), 47, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her home in Knoxville, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents, EldridgeTommy” Thomas Jr. and Judy Needre, and by her grandparents, Col. Eldridge and Kathleen Thomas and Jimmy and Helen Oliveras. Born in Newport News, VA, Maj.

Ex US Open Finalist Nishikori To Retire From Tennis At The End Of This Year

NDTV | 01 May 2026

Making his professional debut in 2007, Nishikori became the first Japanese player to advance to the final of a Grand Slam men's singles tournament at the 2014 Open in New York, which he lost in... ...

After over four decades, OPAS Executive Director Anne Black prepares for retirement

The Bryan Eagle | 01 May 2026

After 40 years of leading OPAS at Texas A&M, Anne Black reflects on the performances, students and community that shaped her career and the legacy she hopes continues after retirement. ...

Tennis: Japan tennis icon Kei Nishikori announces retirement at end of season

Kyodo | 01 May 2026

NEW YORK - Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 Kei Nishikori said on social media Thursday that he will retire at the end of the season. The 36-year-old said in early April he was "barely hanging on" in terms of his physical condition,

What is TrumpIRA.gov? Trump unveils plan for new retirement website

The Hill | 01 May 2026

The website is set to launch by next year and will help workers find and enroll in IRAs. ...

Park City cross country skier Rosie Brennan retires from World Cup skiing

Park Record | 01 May 2026

" data-image-caption=" Park City cross country skier Rosie Brennan retired from World Cup skiing on Thursday after 12 seasons and three wins. The 37 year old also competed in three Winter Olympics and six World Championships. "

Retired NYPD Officer Anthony J. Fuoco had no family, so 200 police and other mourners ...

Newsday | 01 May 2026

He'd spent his life in service to others — first as a specialist in the U.S. Army and then as an NYPD patrolman. In January, retired Officer Anthony J. Fuoco died alone. After his remains went unclaimed for two months and no family could be found, nearly 200 of his fellow officers, veterans and mourners who never met him came to say goodbye on

Ex-England defender Ashley Young announces retirement from soccer

Newsday | 01 May 2026

IPSWICH, England — Former England defender Ashley Young has announced his retirement from soccer at 40. Young played for the likes of Manchester United and Inter Milan, and has spent this season at second

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson Retires After 25 Years (Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism)

Public Technologies | 01 May 2026

) State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson Retires After 25 Years Posted on Apr 30, 2026 in News For Immediate Release: April 30, 2026 HONOLULU-Hawaii State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson will be retiring from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) effective April 30, 2026, concluding 25 years of service managing the

Kei Nishikori, former world No. 4 in tennis, announces plans to retire at end of season

The Athletic | 01 May 2026

Nishikori, 36, was the first man from Asia to reach a Grand Slam final and lone Japanese tennis player to cross the 450-win threshold. ...

Opinion | Financial Focus: Which retirement plan is right for your business

Vail Daily | 01 May 2026

If you’re a local business owner, a workplace retirement plan can be a powerful tool — helping you manage taxes, strengthen employee retention and build personal financial security. Many in your situation, however, assume retirement plans are complicated or only suitable for large companies. The reality is quite different. Today’s

American National tower should be retirement housing

The Galveston Daily News | 01 May 2026

A better use of the American National Insurance Co. tower would be a senior retirement community ("Big emotions, big questions arise with American National's Galveston departure," The Daily News, April 30, 2026). ...

American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) Applauds Executive Order Expanding Retirement Plan Access (ACLI - American Council of Life Insurers Inc)

Public Technologies | 01 May 2026

) WASHINGTON-American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) President and CEO David Chavern said the following regarding President Trump's executive order expanding retirement plan access: "Too many people lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, and this

Rep. Smucker Joins President Trump for Signing of Executive Order on Expanding Access to Retirement Benefits (Lloyd Smucker)

Public Technologies | 01 May 2026

) WASHINGTON - On Thursday, Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11) joined President Donald J. Trump for the signing of an executive order to expand access to retirement benefits for Americans. The order will direct the Treasury Department to launch a website where workers without employer retirement plans can find and enroll in private IRA options. "I am

A pension is nothing more than deferred compensation.
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