Core US inflation (excl. energy and food) came in at 2.6% for December, below the 2.7% market consensus. Housing costs were a key driver, up 0.4% for December. Food and Energy costs rose 0.7% and 0.3%. Annual inflation rate is unchanged at 2.7% for December. Posted on Tuesday Jan 13
FTSE 100 opens flat. Whitbread shares rally on positive update.US stock futures unmoved after record close. American bank earnings in focus as Trump targets credit card rates. Brent Crude at $64 as net closes in on Iranian exports. Posted on Tuesday Jan 13
Central estimate of compensation due for a typical pension transfer redress case ‘increased’ slightly to around -£41,000 in Q1 2026. Driven by falling gilt yields, offset partly by strong equity performance. However, 2025 marked year of ‘radical decline’ and Broadstone still seeing many cases where compensation is due Posted on Monday Jan 12
Standard Life, Aviva, Hymans Robertson and Broadstone comment on the FCA's latest consultation on the Value for Money framework, announcing several revisions to the previous consultation. Posted on Friday Jan 9
PensionBee has warned that millions of people in the UK are heading towards retirement incomes far below what is commonly understood to be adequate, in its response to the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) call for evidence on Income in Retirement. Posted on Friday Jan 9
Pension schemes will need to publish clear data on their performance, costs and quality of service, under proposals announced today by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and The Pensions Regulator (TPR). If a pension offers poor value, firms and trustees must then fix it by moving savers to better schemes or driving improvements. Posted on Thursday Jan 8
Fully hedged scheme sees small funding level decrease over December. 50% hedged scheme does not change funding level between month ends. Both schemes make positive progress in 2025 Posted on Thursday Jan 8
Pension savers are being urged to act now as the clock ticks on a parliamentary petition designed to stop unnecessary delays when people seek to move their pensions and take control of their retirement. Posted on Thursday Jan 8
LCP expects 2026 to be a pivotal year for the defined contribution (DC) pensions market, driven by new regulation taking shape, tax reform and evolving member expectations. LCP is urging employers and trustees to act early to stay ahead of the curve. Posted on Wednesday Jan 7
Defined Benefit (DB) pension transfer redress payments are set to remain at historically low levels in Q1 2026, according to the latest projections of First Actuarial, a Gallagher Company. Posted on Tuesday Jan 6
With the New Year a time for a fresh start, analysis highlights how cutting out wasted direct debits could boost your retirement pot by £37k. Standard Life shares key tips on how to get to grips with your pension in 2026 Posted on Tuesday Jan 6
TPT Retirement Solutions (TPT) has submitted its response to the Pension Protection Fund’s (PPF) consultation on its 2026/27 levy which closes today. Posted on Monday Jan 5
As 2026 begins, many people are once again setting financial resolutions, balancing everyday priorities with longer-term ambitions. While cutting costs and building emergency savings remain top of the list, this year’s data reveals a notable shift in attitudes toward pensions. Posted on Monday Jan 5
The Society of Pension Professionals (SPP) has responded to the current Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), “Fit for the future” technical consultation on two statutory instruments, which closes today (2 January 2026). Posted on Friday Jan 2
Almost 40,000 former mineworkers across the UK receive first pension increase, with an average uplift of £100 a week and one-off £5,500 lump sum. Follows the government’s decision to transfer £2.3 billion to members of the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme. Government has now delivered justice for all members of the former British Coal pension schemes Posted on Wednesday Dec 24
As the first working Monday of January, commonly known as “Divorce Day” approaches, Moneyfarm is calling on couples to ensure pensions are not overlooked during separation. With retirement savings often representing one of the most valuable assets in a marriage, failing to address them can have long-term consequences. Posted on Tuesday Dec 23
The increase in the National Living Wage from April 2026 means a 15-hour working week (around two working days) meets the £10k annual earnings trigger for pensions auto-enrolment. This is ten hours per week fewer than when auto-enrolment was introduced. Employees working full-time on the new minimum wage could build a pension pot worth £208k at retirement age. The Pension Commission will need to strike the right balance between addressing under saving and pressures on employers dealing with rising employment costs Posted on Monday Dec 22
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) is paving the way for an expansion in the collective defined contribution (CDC) market which could help more savers to achieve a higher, more predictable retirement income. Posted on Friday Dec 19
The Aon UK DC Pension Tracker rose over the quarter, with all savers expected to see an increase in their expected future living standard in retirement.Positive benchmark investment performance over Q3, particularly in equity markets, has pushed all savers closer to the next Retirement Living Standard, in spite of recent rises in required income for a Moderate or Comfortable standard.Despite the changes announced in the Budget, salary sacrifice still provides a valuable benefit to employees. Posted on Thursday Dec 18
Just a third (33%) have spoken to their family about pensions in the last year – far fewer than those who regularly discuss household bills (48%) or inflation (41%)Almost one in three people (30%) feel uncomfortable talking about money with their family Posted on Wednesday Dec 17
Aon has said that its Global Pension Risk Survey 2025/26, has shown that derisking continues to be the dominant theme in the asset allocation strategies of UK defined benefit (DB) pension schemes. Posted on Wednesday Dec 17