The mutual fund industry, buffeted by volatile markets, unprecedented scandals and new competition, has had a tough time over the past 10 years.
During the past decade, 401(k) plans have elbowed defined benefit plans to become the primary retirement vehicle for most Americans.
The economic downturn is forcing some baby boomers to raid their 401(k) plans and halt their savings, which could have a negative effect on their retirement, according to a new study.
A new software service lets employers benchmark 401(k) plan costs.
Despite the economic downturn, demand for small-business 401(k) plans remains strong, according to ShareBuilder Advisors.
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The use of alternative hedge-fund-like strategies within mutual funds was a hot topic of discussion last week at the Investment Company Institute's 50th annual general membership meeting in Washington.
The government should remove obstacles that keep employers from offering 401(k) plans, said Paul Schott Stevens.
The volatile stock market has created a period of frenzy for financial advisers in the 401(k) area, who have seen a substantial increase in the number of new prospects.
Eight percent of investors have recently halted or reduced their contributions in 401(k) plans, a study reveals.
Nearly half of large employers plan to add or replace funds in their 401(k) plans in the next 12 months, according to a newly released study.
Financial advisers favor the 401(k) fee breakdowns that would be required in the Fair Disclosure for Retirement Security Act, which was approved April 16 by a 25-19 party-line vote of the House Education and Labor Committee, even though that stance is at odds with the position taken by the mutual fund and brokerage industries.
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With the economy deteriorating and prices for gas and heating fuel skyrocketing, consumers who are seeking new sources of cash are increasingly jeopardizing their retirement income by taking out loans from their retirement plans.
Service providers to 401(k) plans should not be required to be fiduciaries of the plans, the Department of Labor is being told.
Guaranteed Income for Life lets clients to put some of their 401(k) assets into at least one of the firm's lifestyle funds.
Less than 20% of American workers feel confident that they will be able to afford a comfortable retirement .
Financial advisers and clients can be their own worst enemies when drafting plans for retirement income, making common — but crucial — errors that can ruin distribution plans, according to an influential academic.
