Pension plans have had a trying time over the last few years. Stocks have taken investors for a ride, and a low interest rate environment is the new normal. Following is a review of the themes and issues we’ve covered since 2008 in this web-exclusive article.
Do all insurers pay claims the same? To find out, Mercer conducted a survey of insurers to drill down into claims adjudication capabilities and differentiators. The survey turned up some surprises.
The solvency position of Canadian pension plans continued to rise in May.
The shortage of talent is now hurting companies’ performance, according to a survey by Manpower.
Seven group benefits experts hold virtual counsel on how they’re using technology in the group provider space
Half of Canadian endowments, foundations and non-profits say their greatest risk over the next several years will be that returns will be insufficient to meet their objectives, according to a Mercer survey.
Global money manager search activity increased in 2012 as institutional investors sought to diversify their portfolios, pursuing equity opportunities in international, American and emerging markets.
With the recent Supreme Court of Canada dismissal of an appeal in Carrigan v. Carrigan Estate—a case that has changed how pre-retirement death benefits are paid out—pension plan administrators should ask employees to update beneficiary forms.
Mercer has recently released Six Tips for Success, a white paper for DB retirement plan sponsors that are considering a participant cash-out program.
Canadian pension plans have improved their solvency position in Q1 due to a strong performance in equities and a slight increase in long-term interest rates. The Mercer Pension Health Index was at 87% on March 31, up from 82% at the beginning of this year.