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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

Retirement News

5 Money Lessons From People Caring for Their Elderly Parents

New York Times | 02 May 2026

Generation X-ers and others shared stories of family crises, and we asked experts how to think about living longer than you expect. ...

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retires after 25 years

Star Advertiser | 02 May 2026

Hawai‘i State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retired Thursday after managing the Hawai‘i Film Office and the state’s film program for 25 years. ...

Copley Police Chief Michael Mier to retire after 27 years at helm

Akron Beacon Journal | 02 May 2026

Copley Chief of Police Michael Mier sets his sights on retirement Copley Police Chief Michael Mier discusses his plans for retirement after 27 years serving the Copley Township community. Michael Mier, among Copley's longest service chiefs of police, is retired after 27 years on the job.Mier reflected on the importance of community and community

Retired Stow basketball coach Dave Close reflects on Hall of Fame career

Record-Courier | 02 May 2026

Dave Close spent most of his days as a teacher and coach at Stow-Munroe Falls High School planning and looking ahead. In retirement, Close is spending more time reflecting, especially after he was inducted into the Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame on April 25. Close, 68, was one of five people honored at the Marriott

Conway Corp's Bethea retires after 27 years of service

Log Cabin Democrat | 02 May 2026

Conway Corp Assistant to the CEO Bill Bethea is retiring this month after more than 27 years of service to Conway Corp and the Conway community. ...

Bard College’s president to retire after scrutiny of relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

Wtop | 02 May 2026

ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. (AP) — The longtime president of Bard College announced his retirement Friday, months after it was revealed that he had a much deeper relationship with Jeffrey Epstein than was previously known. Leon Botstein, who has been president of the small, liberal arts college inn New York for a half century, will retire at the end

Pennsylvania's retired teachers are struggling without cost-of-living raises [Lancaster Watchdog]

Lancaster Online | 02 May 2026

Inflation hurts, and no one feels the pinch more than senior citizens living on fixed incomes. ...

Planning to work in retirement? Don't count on it

Usatoday | 02 May 2026

Think tank proposes capping Social Security benefits at $100,000 A Washington think tank proposed capping annual Social Security benefits at $100,000 for couples as a way to shrink a looming deficit in the retirement trust fund. Most Americans want to keep working in retirement. But few retirees actually work. That finding, from a new survey,

How much would an ISA need to bridge the gap between the State Pension and ...

The Motley Fool | 02 May 2026

The State Pension currently pays just over £12,547 a year. This is well short of the £38,584 average UK salary based on the latest ONS data. That gap is exactly why I’ve been thinking about whether an ISA could realistically bridge the difference and turn a basic retirement income into something far more comfortable. But what would it actually

How much is needed in an ISA to target a £1,222 monthly passive income in retirement?

The Motley Fool | 02 May 2026

Investing a regular amount in a Stocks and Shares ISA is one way of aiming to boost an individual’s income in retirement. According to government figures, the average pension for a single person is £14,664 a year. This includes pensions paid by both the state and privately. Unfortunately, this will only provide for a basic standard of living.

What can we learn from Warren Buffett about investing for retirement?

The Motley Fool | 02 May 2026

When it comes to retiring, Warren Buffett might seem like an odd source of inspiration. After all, the billionaire investor is still working in his nineties. However, for many people, retiring in general and especially retiring early involves making smart decisions about building enough wealth to be able to do so. On that topic, Buffett can

Britain pioneered the comfortable retirement – but that golden age is coming to an end ...

The Guardian | 02 May 2026

The once inexorable rise in retiree living standards since the second world war has broken down. Can we keep the dream alive for future generations?

Why Georgia lands near bottom of US for retirement readiness

Savannah Morning News | 02 May 2026

Sarasota area ranks fourth for retirement Sarasota area is the 4th best retirement destination according to StorageCafe's 2026 rankings. With over 32% of residents aged 65 and older, and a pleasant climate, it's a retiree's paradise! A new national report is raising concerns about retirement readiness in Georgia, placing

\u2018Salute to Max\u2019: A hero sniffer dog retires, with a salute to CISF officers

Indian Express | 02 May 2026

According to CISF officials, Max made significant contributions to airport security during his tenure

Dustin Martin plays first game since retiring from the AFL in one of the last ...

The Daily Mail | 02 May 2026

Former Richmond premiership-winning star Dustin Martin has finally completed his return to footy, lining up for the most unimaginable club in a victorious first hitout ...

Retired educators honored at banquet

The Facts | 02 May 2026

Honoring retired educators, emphasizing lasting impact, awarding scholarships, celebrating education's influence on future generations. ...

Rs 10,000 Monthly SIP? A 5% Step-Up Can Increase Your Retirement Corpus By Rs 83 Lakh

NDTV | 02 May 2026

Step-Up SIP means you increase your monthly investment slightly each year, usually by 5 to 10%. ...

From the India Today archives (2011) | When Mamata retired the Marxists

India Today | 02 May 2026

From the India Today archives When Mamata retired the Marxists ...

Dan Tvrz has retired after 49 years with Sonic Drive In

KJAS | 02 May 2026

Dan Tvrz has retired after 49 years with Sonic Drive In. ...

Kennedy Space Center Director Janet Petro Retires, Kelvin Manning Now Acting Center Director

Space Coast Daily | 02 May 2026

Petro served in numerous roles at Kennedy and NASA Headquarters in Washington Kennedy Space Center Director Janet Petro, above, has announced her retirement, and Kelvin Manning has stepped into the role of acting center director, bringing more than 32 years of leadership and technical expertise. NASA – Kennedy Space Center Director Janet Petro has

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5 Money Lessons From People Caring for Their Elderly Parents

New York Times | 02 May 2026

Generation X-ers and others shared stories of family crises, and we asked experts how to think about living longer than you expect. ...

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retires after 25 years

Star Advertiser | 02 May 2026

Hawai‘i State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retired Thursday after managing the Hawai‘i Film Office and the state’s film program for 25 years. ...

Copley Police Chief Michael Mier to retire after 27 years at helm

Akron Beacon Journal | 02 May 2026

Copley Chief of Police Michael Mier sets his sights on retirement Copley Police Chief Michael Mier discusses his plans for retirement after 27 years serving the Copley Township community. Michael Mier, among Copley's longest service chiefs of police, is retired after 27 years on the job.Mier reflected on the importance of community and community

Retired Stow basketball coach Dave Close reflects on Hall of Fame career

Record-Courier | 02 May 2026

Dave Close spent most of his days as a teacher and coach at Stow-Munroe Falls High School planning and looking ahead. In retirement, Close is spending more time reflecting, especially after he was inducted into the Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame on April 25. Close, 68, was one of five people honored at the Marriott

Conway Corp's Bethea retires after 27 years of service

Log Cabin Democrat | 02 May 2026

Conway Corp Assistant to the CEO Bill Bethea is retiring this month after more than 27 years of service to Conway Corp and the Conway community. ...

Bard College’s president to retire after scrutiny of relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

Wtop | 02 May 2026

ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. (AP) — The longtime president of Bard College announced his retirement Friday, months after it was revealed that he had a much deeper relationship with Jeffrey Epstein than was previously known. Leon Botstein, who has been president of the small, liberal arts college inn New York for a half century, will retire at the end

Pennsylvania's retired teachers are struggling without cost-of-living raises [Lancaster Watchdog]

Lancaster Online | 02 May 2026

Inflation hurts, and no one feels the pinch more than senior citizens living on fixed incomes. ...

Planning to work in retirement? Don't count on it

Usatoday | 02 May 2026

Think tank proposes capping Social Security benefits at $100,000 A Washington think tank proposed capping annual Social Security benefits at $100,000 for couples as a way to shrink a looming deficit in the retirement trust fund. Most Americans want to keep working in retirement. But few retirees actually work. That finding, from a new survey,

How much would an ISA need to bridge the gap between the State Pension and ...

The Motley Fool | 02 May 2026

The State Pension currently pays just over £12,547 a year. This is well short of the £38,584 average UK salary based on the latest ONS data. That gap is exactly why I’ve been thinking about whether an ISA could realistically bridge the difference and turn a basic retirement income into something far more comfortable. But what would it actually

How much is needed in an ISA to target a £1,222 monthly passive income in retirement?

The Motley Fool | 02 May 2026

Investing a regular amount in a Stocks and Shares ISA is one way of aiming to boost an individual’s income in retirement. According to government figures, the average pension for a single person is £14,664 a year. This includes pensions paid by both the state and privately. Unfortunately, this will only provide for a basic standard of living.

What can we learn from Warren Buffett about investing for retirement?

The Motley Fool | 02 May 2026

When it comes to retiring, Warren Buffett might seem like an odd source of inspiration. After all, the billionaire investor is still working in his nineties. However, for many people, retiring in general and especially retiring early involves making smart decisions about building enough wealth to be able to do so. On that topic, Buffett can

Britain pioneered the comfortable retirement – but that golden age is coming to an end ...

The Guardian | 02 May 2026

The once inexorable rise in retiree living standards since the second world war has broken down. Can we keep the dream alive for future generations?

Why Georgia lands near bottom of US for retirement readiness

Savannah Morning News | 02 May 2026

Sarasota area ranks fourth for retirement Sarasota area is the 4th best retirement destination according to StorageCafe's 2026 rankings. With over 32% of residents aged 65 and older, and a pleasant climate, it's a retiree's paradise! A new national report is raising concerns about retirement readiness in Georgia, placing

\u2018Salute to Max\u2019: A hero sniffer dog retires, with a salute to CISF officers

Indian Express | 02 May 2026

According to CISF officials, Max made significant contributions to airport security during his tenure

Dustin Martin plays first game since retiring from the AFL in one of the last ...

The Daily Mail | 02 May 2026

Former Richmond premiership-winning star Dustin Martin has finally completed his return to footy, lining up for the most unimaginable club in a victorious first hitout ...

Retired educators honored at banquet

The Facts | 02 May 2026

Honoring retired educators, emphasizing lasting impact, awarding scholarships, celebrating education's influence on future generations. ...

Rs 10,000 Monthly SIP? A 5% Step-Up Can Increase Your Retirement Corpus By Rs 83 Lakh

NDTV | 02 May 2026

Step-Up SIP means you increase your monthly investment slightly each year, usually by 5 to 10%. ...

From the India Today archives (2011) | When Mamata retired the Marxists

India Today | 02 May 2026

From the India Today archives When Mamata retired the Marxists ...

Dan Tvrz has retired after 49 years with Sonic Drive In

KJAS | 02 May 2026

Dan Tvrz has retired after 49 years with Sonic Drive In. ...

Kennedy Space Center Director Janet Petro Retires, Kelvin Manning Now Acting Center Director

Space Coast Daily | 02 May 2026

Petro served in numerous roles at Kennedy and NASA Headquarters in Washington Kennedy Space Center Director Janet Petro, above, has announced her retirement, and Kelvin Manning has stepped into the role of acting center director, bringing more than 32 years of leadership and technical expertise. NASA – Kennedy Space Center Director Janet Petro has

A pension is nothing more than deferred compensation.
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