Growth of DC will require reforms to help savers manage risks, IFS says

IFS report says savers facing ‘stark’ challenges managing DC pensions through retirement

Martin Richmond
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Growth of DC will require reforms to help savers manage risks, IFS says

Reforms are required following the increased importance of defined contribution (DC) pensions and the rise in the level of wealth accumulated by DC savers, the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) has said.

The think tank's report – Individuals' challenges managing pensions through retirement – published today (1 April) in partnership with the Abrdn Financial Fairness Trust, revealed the share of reti...

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