Defined Benefit

AMNT research shows half of MNTs consider buyout to be their ‘primary’ endgame objective

Consultancy praised the ‘prolonged period of strong funding levels’

PIC survey finds 52% expect large transactions to have biggest impact on pricing levels

Transfer Activity Index fell to record low for second time this year since index’s inception

Just Group’s recent study of 1,500-plus individuals found that more communication and support is needed for DB scheme members as they approach retirement.

Brightwell’s Morten Nilsson says maintaining dialogue with DB is in everyone’s interest

Insurer says ‘buoyant’ bulk annuity market will create ‘considerable’ future opportunities

TPT research finds on average DB scheme running costs rose by 37% in the last year

Data for ‘tranche 17’ schemes from 2021 to 2022 also shows reduction in length of recovery plans

Regulator makes clear how it intends new DB funding regime will operate