Q: I am retired and on the state pension. I
The private pensions gap between men and women has increased from 35 per cent to 48 per cent in recent years, an analysis says. ...
Most of my income comes from self-employment. I also have a salaried role that earns just over the auto-enrolment threshold. I have a private pension to which I contribute the maximum amount each year. Will the auto-enrolment contributions, including my employer’s contributions, have any impact on the amount I can invest in my own private pension?
The state pension means I am below the personal allowance. However, I also have workplace pensions which will take me above it. How, then, do I pay tax? Do I get sent a bill? ...
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority
A tour bus for AIA's national private pension talk show tour makes a stop in Zhengzhou, Henan province, on Dec 21, 2025. (ZUO DONGCHEN/FOR CHINA DAILY) Three years after its launch, China's private pension system has made steady progress, with rising account participation, an increasingly diverse product lineup and broadly stable returns, but
T�rkiye has lowered the state contribution rate in its private pension system (BES) to 20% from 30%, according to a presidential decree published in the Official Gazette on Wednesd ...
) The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) published today its December 2025 Financial Stability Report in which it analyses the risks and vulnerabilities facing European insurers and occupational pension funds in a period marked by economic fragility, subdued growth and high uncertainties about the future of international
Mercer expects German corporate pension funds�to boost private markets exposure, combining�core infrastructure and senior private debt ...
Those of us who saved hard risk seeing the rug pulled from under us, being left financially vulnerable. We don't have the luxury of income certainty in retirement ...
‘Private market allocations have nearly tripled across UK pension schemes since 2019’, says Pensions Management Institute guide ...
In a little-noticed paragraph in the Budget, the Chancellor said something relatively innocuous at first glance, but which upends anything resembling a fair pensions system. Rachel Reeves said: “We are ensuring that people only in receipt of the basic or new state pension do not have to pay small amounts of tax through Simple Assessment from April
Few public sector
The attack on salary sacrifice schemes threatens private sector pensions while the public sector emerges unscathed, experts warn. They claim the move could dent savers’ retirement pots and lead companies to
Educators at the �20,000-a-year school told The Courier they earn less than their council counterparts. ...
A cap on salary
The minimum age to start receiving a pension is 58, provided the employee has completed at least 10 years of service. A reduced pension can also be taken from the age of 50 ...
More than 13,000 tax refund forms were processed between April and June. ...
Alternatives can diversify pension portfolios, but private credit currently offers limited extra returns,�DWS says ...
Low allocation comes as the government and FCA encourage fund managers to put more money in domestic market ...
Private sector retirees can now apply for a new commutation loan every two years — a scheme that lets them take part of their future pension as an advance lump sum and repay it through monthly pension deductions — without needing to clear previous loans first. A parliamentary proposal enabling this change has
) The announcement that Legal & General, AustralianSuper and Nest will collectively invest £3bn in UK private markets is a welcome sign of renewed confidence in Britain's long-term growth strategy. The focus on infrastructure, housing and high-growth companies reflects the structural need for long-duration capital to power the real economy. Yet
) Banca Transilvania and BT Investments have received the approval of the Financial Supervisory Authority for the acquisition of BRD Pensii and the BRD mandatory private pension fund (pillar 2). The transfer of the
Swisscanto’s new domestic private equity fund draws strong pension fund interest as scepticism on the asset class grows ...
Vance Witt, Chairman of BNA Bancshares, Inc., this past week announced the retirement of Dr. Samuel J. Creekmore III from its board of directors. Creekmore joined the board of directors in 2000 and retired from service in 2025. Witt also announced that Braxton Coombs, local business owner, will replace Creekmore on the board. × This page
Darvish and his
On Saturday afternoon, the San Diego Padres got some major news when an article from Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune was released, which revealed Yu Darvish was planning to retire. It was a significant update, as the 39-year-old is recovering from surgery to repair a torn UCL. With tens of millions left on his deal, it's a big bit of
Tonight is a huge night for Chicago basketball. The Chicago Bulls are officially retiring Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey, honoring one of the franchise’s most iconic players. Fans are hyped and it’s not just the Windy City showing love, many NBA stars and Bulls legends alike are celebrating D-Rose for his unforgettable career. From MVP nights to
DEAR ABBY: I’m retired and have discovered a love for making bags, totes and purses with my sewing machine. A few years ago, I started doing local craft shows -- not because I’ve turned this into a business, but because it helps clear out the growing inventory. Financially, we’re fine. I’m not risking
The San Diego Padres have been looking to land a new starting pitcher this offseason, and will continue to look for a new starter even after signing Michael King for $75 million. Part of why they have such a big need, other than the departure of Dylan Cease, is that Yu Darvish is injured and will miss the entire 2026 MLB season. However, that's not
Darvish was set to be paid $46 million for the remaining three years on his contract with San Diego.
Yu Darvish does not plan to pitch again in the major leagues. The 39-year-old right-hander, who has been one of the best starting pitchers of his era, has told the Padres he will retire with three years and $43 million remaining on his contract. Darvish underwent surgery in October to repair a torn UCL and flexor tendon in his right elbow. That was
A recent statement from an XRP Ledger (XRPL) developer suggests that XRP could be the key to an early retirement shortcut. Unlike steady paychecks or slow-growing investments in traditional assets, cryptocurrencies have the ability to create generational wealth rapidly, due to their penchant for sudden and explosive price moves. Among the thousands
) New January 24, 2026 Please be advised that the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) Atlanta Office and Macon
Aaron Rodgers came to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025 in large part to play for head coach Mike Tomlin. So when Tomlin stepped away at the end of the season, it seemed a sign Rodgers would move on, potentially to retirement, or maybe to another team in free agency. But then the Steelers hired Mike McCarthy, and everything may have
Magazines and news reports are promoting perpetual
GREENSBURG – The Decatur County United Fund recently announced the upcoming retirement of Executive Director Joane Cunningham, who will step down on July 1, 2026, after more than 18 years of dedicated service to the organization and the community. ...
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cathay General Bancorp (Nasdaq: CATY), the
KEARNEY, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Buckle, Inc. Announces Retirement of Executive Vice President of Stores and Senior Vice President of Sales ...
AT 71, Efren “Bata” Reyes is not keen on retiring yet. Widely regarded as the greatest pool player of all time, Reyes said he will play billiards as long his body and mind allow him to. “I don’t know. As long as I still can, I’ll keep playing,” said Reyes in Filipino while
It has a "great picture and the best audio you can get." ...
Samsung Electronics is getting ready for the launch of a lifetime, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, on March 11, Forbes reported. Now, with its most important product for 2026 set to debut, the marketing blitz and margin test are front and ...
The Trump administration acknowledged in a
For most Americans, retirement isn’t
One shopper said it's a "great choice if you're looking for something attractive that isn't too expensive." ...
With nearly 10 million paid
Macy’s takes drastic action as it battles low sales amid a major shift in consumer behavior. ...
Vance Witt, Chairman of BNA Bancshares, Inc., this past week announced the retirement of Dr. Samuel J. Creekmore III from its board of directors. Creekmore joined the board of directors in 2000 and retired from service in 2025. Witt also announced that Braxton Coombs, local business owner, will replace Creekmore on the board. × This page
Darvish and his
On Saturday afternoon, the San Diego Padres got some major news when an article from Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune was released, which revealed Yu Darvish was planning to retire. It was a significant update, as the 39-year-old is recovering from surgery to repair a torn UCL. With tens of millions left on his deal, it's a big bit of
Tonight is a huge night for Chicago basketball. The Chicago Bulls are officially retiring Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey, honoring one of the franchise’s most iconic players. Fans are hyped and it’s not just the Windy City showing love, many NBA stars and Bulls legends alike are celebrating D-Rose for his unforgettable career. From MVP nights to
DEAR ABBY: I’m retired and have discovered a love for making bags, totes and purses with my sewing machine. A few years ago, I started doing local craft shows -- not because I’ve turned this into a business, but because it helps clear out the growing inventory. Financially, we’re fine. I’m not risking
The San Diego Padres have been looking to land a new starting pitcher this offseason, and will continue to look for a new starter even after signing Michael King for $75 million. Part of why they have such a big need, other than the departure of Dylan Cease, is that Yu Darvish is injured and will miss the entire 2026 MLB season. However, that's not
Darvish was set to be paid $46 million for the remaining three years on his contract with San Diego.
Yu Darvish does not plan to pitch again in the major leagues. The 39-year-old right-hander, who has been one of the best starting pitchers of his era, has told the Padres he will retire with three years and $43 million remaining on his contract. Darvish underwent surgery in October to repair a torn UCL and flexor tendon in his right elbow. That was
A recent statement from an XRP Ledger (XRPL) developer suggests that XRP could be the key to an early retirement shortcut. Unlike steady paychecks or slow-growing investments in traditional assets, cryptocurrencies have the ability to create generational wealth rapidly, due to their penchant for sudden and explosive price moves. Among the thousands
) New January 24, 2026 Please be advised that the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) Atlanta Office and Macon
Aaron Rodgers came to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025 in large part to play for head coach Mike Tomlin. So when Tomlin stepped away at the end of the season, it seemed a sign Rodgers would move on, potentially to retirement, or maybe to another team in free agency. But then the Steelers hired Mike McCarthy, and everything may have
Magazines and news reports are promoting perpetual
GREENSBURG – The Decatur County United Fund recently announced the upcoming retirement of Executive Director Joane Cunningham, who will step down on July 1, 2026, after more than 18 years of dedicated service to the organization and the community. ...
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cathay General Bancorp (Nasdaq: CATY), the
KEARNEY, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Buckle, Inc. Announces Retirement of Executive Vice President of Stores and Senior Vice President of Sales ...
AT 71, Efren “Bata” Reyes is not keen on retiring yet. Widely regarded as the greatest pool player of all time, Reyes said he will play billiards as long his body and mind allow him to. “I don’t know. As long as I still can, I’ll keep playing,” said Reyes in Filipino while
It has a "great picture and the best audio you can get." ...
Samsung Electronics is getting ready for the launch of a lifetime, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, on March 11, Forbes reported. Now, with its most important product for 2026 set to debut, the marketing blitz and margin test are front and ...
The Trump administration acknowledged in a
For most Americans, retirement isn’t
One shopper said it's a "great choice if you're looking for something attractive that isn't too expensive." ...
With nearly 10 million paid
Macy’s takes drastic action as it battles low sales amid a major shift in consumer behavior. ...