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Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies

Higher ‘magic number’ reflects inflation, longevity and rising uncertainty about retirement security.

By Steve Randall
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system

Private markets have remained out of reach for the average American saver until now, says Daniel Cahill, head of U.S. defined contribution at asset manager Partners Group.

By James Rogers
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation

As advisors shift from a product‑centric mindset to one focused on client outcomes, they’ve become more open to bringing annuities and life insurance into a single, integrated planning conversation.

By Gregg Greenberg
What are advisors telling clients as Social Security becomes less secure?
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 31, 2026
What are advisors telling clients as Social Security becomes less secure?

Rising interest rates are not helping Uncle Sam's budget woes. Should retirees worry about their Social Security payments?

By Gregg Greenberg
Warren slams DOL’s proposed 401(k) changes but CSSR hits back
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 31, 2026
Warren slams DOL’s proposed 401(k) changes but CSSR hits back

Senator’s comments dismissed as ‘disappointing’ by advocacy group.

By Steve Randall
Investors expect higher taxes, but many aren't changing their plans
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 30, 2026
Investors expect higher taxes, but many aren't changing their plans

Nationwide survey research finds four in five investors see taxes rising ahead, but only a minority acting now to soften the impact.

By Leo Almazora
What the Department of Labor's new 401(k) proposal means for advisors
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 30, 2026
What the Department of Labor's new 401(k) proposal means for advisors

The proposal, which offers plan sponsors a process-based safe harbor to curb ERISA lawsuits, comes as private-credit volatility raises fresh questions for advisors and their clients.

By Leo Almazora
More wealthy Americans establishing residency abroad - and not just to lower taxes
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 30, 2026
More wealthy Americans establishing residency abroad - and not just to lower taxes

A second residency is no longer just a luxury item for high-net-worth investors. It’s now a form of portfolio insurance.

By Gregg Greenberg
Tax fears rise as Gen X anxiety intensifies ahead of retirement
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 30, 2026
Tax fears rise as Gen X anxiety intensifies ahead of retirement

Americans grow more concerned about retirement taxes, with Gen X leading the surge in worry.

By Steve Randall
Canadian, UK investment firms partner for wealth, retirement expansion including in US market
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 29, 2026
Canadian, UK investment firms partner for wealth, retirement expansion including in US market

Transatlantic alliance with UK’s L&G includes distribution and investments to boost global wealth solutions offering.

By Steve Randall
ICI: US retirement assets hit $49.1T record in 2025
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 27, 2026
ICI: US retirement assets hit $49.1T record in 2025

IRAs maintained their dominance, while DC plans rose modestly in the fourth quarter and mutual funds continued to anchor account-based savings.

By Leo Almazora
Elizabeth Warren revives wealth tax push targeting fortunes above $50 million
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 27, 2026
Elizabeth Warren revives wealth tax push targeting fortunes above $50 million

The proposal by Warren and dozens of other lawmakers would add a 2% annual levy on net worth above the threshold, plus an extra surtax for billionaires.

By Leo Almazora
Tax Day is coming! Advisors offer last minute tips ahead of April 15th
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 27, 2026
Tax Day is coming! Advisors offer last minute tips ahead of April 15th

April 15th is only a calendar page away. Advisors offer their top last-minute tax tips to save clients money before it's too late.

By Gregg Greenberg
Corebridge, Equitable strike $22B all-stock merger to create retirement and wealth giant
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 26, 2026
Corebridge, Equitable strike $22B all-stock merger to create retirement and wealth giant

Deal unites firms with 12M customers and $1.5T AUM/AUA, targeting growth, scale and $500M synergies.

By Steve Randall
Advisors debate whether economy will return to that '70s show
EQUITIES MAR 24, 2026
Advisors debate whether economy will return to that '70s show

An oil shock and inflationary pressures have some wealth managers comparing this period is reminiscent of the 1970s.

By Gregg Greenberg
Preparing high-net-worth women for the financial realities of divorce
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 23, 2026
Preparing high-net-worth women for the financial realities of divorce

Certified divorce financial analyst Michelle Smith highlights the financial issues women need to know while going through divorce proceedings.

By Gregg Greenberg
Retired clients can get anxious watching Iran war headlines. Here's how advisors try and calm them
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 20, 2026
Retired clients can get anxious watching Iran war headlines. Here's how advisors try and calm them

Wealth managers offer tips on keeping retired clients calm as the Iran war rattles the market.

By Gregg Greenberg
Americans rewrite retirement rules amid decisive shift towards non-traditional pathways
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 19, 2026
Americans rewrite retirement rules amid decisive shift towards non-traditional pathways

Confidence rises as flexible work, planning and cost pressures reshape retirement timelines.

By Steve Randall
'Your Retirement Sketchbook' authors offer planning, saving lessons
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 19, 2026
'Your Retirement Sketchbook' authors offer planning, saving lessons

Retirement is a creative journey, not a textbook exercise. The authors of 'Your Retirement Sketchbook' explain how to enjoy the trip instead of dreading it.

By Gregg Greenberg
Fixed income regains its footing as volatility reshapes investor strategy, says Yulia Alekseeva
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 19, 2026
Fixed income regains its footing as volatility reshapes investor strategy, says Yulia Alekseeva

MissionSquare’s head of fixed income speaks with InvestmentNews.

By Steve Randall