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Pension Professionals overwhelmingly support ESG

As the geopolitical landscape continues to develop and anti-ESG sentiment appears to be on the rise, the Society of Pension Professionals (SPP) held an event to explore the role that pension schemes can play in investing for impact.
Posted on Thursday Oct 2

Private sector DB insurance assets surge on buy in boom

The ONS this morning released its quarterly results from The Financial Survey of Pension Scheme (FSPS) which found that private sector defined benefit and hybrid (DBH) pension scheme insurance policies assets increased by £9 billion (6%) between 30 September 2024 and 31 March 2025.
Posted on Thursday Oct 2

FTSE100 pensions in strong position as surplus tops GBP55bn

LCP’s latest Pension Explorer analysis at 30 September 2025 reveal that UK pension schemes of FTSE100 companies continue to show strong financial health, with a combined IAS19 surplus exceeding £55bn, representing a 120% aggregate funding level.
Posted on Thursday Oct 2

Gilt fears overblown amid undue bearishness about UK bonds

Fears over gilts being trapped in a doom loop are overblown amid undue bearishness over the UK fixed income market, according to Nick Hayes, Head of Active Fixed Income Allocation and Total Return at AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM).
Posted on Thursday Oct 2

US shutdown shrugged off as fresh records are set

FTSE 100 shows no signs of slowing. US markets shrug off Washington’s gridlock. Oil edges higher but remains near four-month lows.
Posted on Thursday Oct 2

Pensions Commission urged to look at pensions sacred cows

Speaking at the Claridge’s Annual Dinner of the Association of Consulting Actuaries (ACA), attended by guests from across the pensions industry, ACA Chair, Stewart Hastie focussed on the contribution the pensions industry can make by working together to achieve a better and more sustainable pensions and savings system for all, building a system that supports and contributes to a stronger UK economy and stronger public services.
Posted on Thursday Oct 2

Kneejerk pension withdrawals amid pre Budget regrets

Withdrawal of tax-free pension lump sum most common regret among financial decisions ahead of last year’s Autumn Budget. Late Budget exacerbating rumour mill around options open to Chancellor.
Posted on Wednesday Oct 1

From Netflix to Nest Egg

Standard Life analysis shows that just £21 a month extra - around the cost of a Netflix Premium subscription - could add £26,000 to an early saver’s retirement pot. Putting aside an additional £42 a month - less than the average UK gym membership - into a pension from the age of 22 could add £52,000. Sacrificing a monthly takeaway spend of £60 could boost retirement savings by nearly £80,000. Standard Life provides tips for younger savers looking to top up their pensions
Posted on Wednesday Oct 1

Schemes urged to take advantage of improved funding

DB Pension Schemes should take advantage of the dramatic shift to improved funding positions and consider the strategic value of a purposeful pause as they assess their DB scheme’s endgame options, urges Hymans Robertson.
Posted on Wednesday Oct 1

Firms should not be forced to signpost Targeted Support

In time, firms should signpost targeted support as an option. But not before more widely available. And customers need to understand the limited situations where it can help.
Posted on Tuesday Sep 30

Technical guidance to support Vote Reporting Template users

Pensions UK has today published new technical guidance to support users of the Vote Reporting Template. Launched in March 2025 in collaboration with the FCA-established Vote Reporting Group (VRG), the Vote Reporting Template allows asset owners to collect voting information from their investment managers in a standardised format in order to understand and engage with how their stewardship strategy is being implemented.

Posted on Tuesday Sep 30

Gen Z need £3m plus for comfortable retirement

Headline figure factors in 65 years of inflation uprating (2%), illustrating the erosive impact of inflation on the value of money. Those saving into a pension benefit from tax relief at their marginal rate, and employer contributions through workplace pensions help ease the burden.
Posted on Monday Sep 29

Stocks look to start week strong despite risk of US shutdown

US and European equity market futures up at the start of the week, as Asia stocks rise. Market buoyancy is despite risk of US government funding running out on Tuesday. Week ahead holds potential pitfalls for confidence, as economic watchers on guard for global PMI and US jobs data.
Posted on Monday Sep 29

Gen X risks being worse off than their parents in retirement

Generation X, often described as the “forgotten generation,” is heading towards retirement with worryingly low levels of preparedness, research from PensionBee reveals.
Posted on Friday Sep 26

LGPS funds should engage now with Pools on the basics

LGPS funds should engage with their Pools now, ahead of changes from the Pensions Schemes Bill (Bill) passing into law, to set fair goals and expectations on the basic elements of their pending partnership, says Hymans Robertson.
Posted on Friday Sep 26

Proportion of pensions withdrawn over 8% hits highest level

Nearly half (45%) of all pension pots are being withdrawn at 8% or over. Over a third (34%) of pots between £100,000-£249,000 and one in 7 (14%) of those larger than £250,000 also being drawn down at 8% or over. 4% considered a guideline for a safe and sustainable withdrawal rate.
Posted on Friday Sep 26

Pensioner incomes stay stagnant despite rising State Pension

Data from the ONS released this morning highlights the financial challenges that many pensioners still face despite the rising State Pension.
Posted on Thursday Sep 25

54 percent of scheme complaints are tied to admin issues

Sackers have announced the results of a recent webinar survey showing over half (54%) of member complaints are rooted in issues with scheme administration or maladministration.
Posted on Thursday Sep 25

Muted volumes in Risk Transfer Market during H1 2025

161 deals transacted in the first half of 2025, with a total value of £9.8bn. Small scheme activity continues to grow, supported by competitive pricing and broader insurer participation. Member experience is a key selection theme for Trustees
Posted on Wednesday Sep 24

Invisible workers face pension crisis

New research from PensionBee, a leader in the consumer retirement market, reveals a deepening divide in the UK’s pension system, with millions of self-employed, gig economy and lower-income workers being denied the same chance of a secure retirement as those in traditional employment.
Posted on Wednesday Sep 24

One in seven adults have never checked their pension

Almost a fifth (17%) of over 55s have never looked at their pension. Women more likely to never check their pension than men (14% vs. 11%). Among those who reviewed their pension in the last year, 20% checked their projected retirement balance, while 14% topped up contributions. Standard Life provides tips to help people stay on top of their pension during Pension Engagement Season
Posted on Tuesday Sep 23

PPF confirms zero levy for 2025/26

PPF decision saves £45m for UK defined benefit (DB) pension schemes. Benefits nearly 5,000 DB schemes and their sponsoring employers. Marks significant milestone on PPF’s journey to financial self sufficiency. Move supports government’s pension reforms and productive investment goals.
Posted on Tuesday Sep 23