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Caregiving costs create growing obstacle to women's retirement security
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 24, 2025
Caregiving costs create growing obstacle to women's retirement security

Women in the US are facing greater financial and career pressures compared to their male peers, according to two new surveys.

By Leo Almazora
Pontera insists no 'gray area' in supporting advice for 401(k) investors
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 24, 2025
Pontera insists no 'gray area' in supporting advice for 401(k) investors

The fintech provider argues federal and state regulatory guidance, plan sponsors, and retirement advisors all support the case for encrypted credentialing as an alternative to APIs.

By Leo Almazora
Retirement account balances hit record highs as Millennials and Gen Z embrace Roth IRAs
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 20, 2025
Retirement account balances hit record highs as Millennials and Gen Z embrace Roth IRAs

Fidelity finds average 401(k), IRA and 403(b) balances all hit new highs in Q3, driven by steady savings and stock market gains.

By Leo Almazora
AI is transforming estate planning into a mainstream financial essential, says wealth.com CEO
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 19, 2025
AI is transforming estate planning into a mainstream financial essential, says wealth.com CEO

Rafael Loureiro tells InvestmentNews that technology is democratizing estate planning.

By Steve Randall
Americans face the reality of a 40-year retirement with most not ready, says new study
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 18, 2025
Americans face the reality of a 40-year retirement with most not ready, says new study

New longevity data reveals rising stress, earlier retirements, and widening generational divides

By Steve Randall
Advisors race to reinvent as new retirement pressures reshape the consulting playbook
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 18, 2025
Advisors race to reinvent as new retirement pressures reshape the consulting playbook

Consultants expand services, embrace tech and pursue new markets to stay ahead of client needs.

By Steve Randall
General revenue fix for Social Security shortfall risks US 'debt spiral,' CRFB warns
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 17, 2025
General revenue fix for Social Security shortfall risks US 'debt spiral,' CRFB warns

Proposals to borrow for Social Security benefits could trigger higher interest rates across Treasury and mortgage markets, while dismantling longstanding budget safeguards.

By Leo Almazora
Middle-income Americans riding to retirement readiness with mutual funds, says ICI
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 13, 2025
Middle-income Americans riding to retirement readiness with mutual funds, says ICI

Annual survey data show roughly 73 million households own mutual funds, with 86% of mutual fund-owning households citing retirement as a financial goal.

By Leo Almazora
IRS reveals new 401(k), IRA contribution limits for 2026
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 13, 2025
IRS reveals new 401(k), IRA contribution limits for 2026

Higher contribution caps and expanded catch-up limits boost savings potential for 401(k), IRA, and SIMPLE account holders next year.

By Leo Almazora
Semiliquid private funds show modest gains for retirement outcomes, Morningstar finds
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 13, 2025
Semiliquid private funds show modest gains for retirement outcomes, Morningstar finds

Models reveal varying outcomes for 401(k) savers, with the biggest success ratios for those with higher balances and lower Social Security replacement rates.

By Leo Almazora
Decumulation still lags as retirees lean heavily on DC plans, Vanguard report reveals
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 13, 2025
Decumulation still lags as retirees lean heavily on DC plans, Vanguard report reveals

Data shows retirees need clearer income tools as more stay invested beyond retirement.

By Steve Randall
How advisors can help veterans manage their civilian finances, build financial confidence
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 12, 2025
How advisors can help veterans manage their civilian finances, build financial confidence

Edward Jones advisor and Marine Corps veteran Geoff Meno shares his insights with InvestmentNews

By Steve Randall
Warren Buffett 'going quiet,' converts $1.35B in Berkshire shares in farewell as CEO
EQUITIES NOV 10, 2025
Warren Buffett 'going quiet,' converts $1.35B in Berkshire shares in farewell as CEO

Buffett’s final letter issues warnings on CEO health and pay transparency, while wishing "an extended tenure" for successor Greg Abel.

By Leo Almazora
Small businesses' retirement-plan readiness splits on generational, gender lines
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 10, 2025
Small businesses' retirement-plan readiness splits on generational, gender lines

Research from Capital Group shows three-fifths of small business owners feel confident to start a plan today, with Millennials and women saying they're most ready.

By Leo Almazora
Schwab joins Fidelity in credential-sharing crackdown; Pontera escalates Fidelity blame
CUSTODIAN NOV 10, 2025
Schwab joins Fidelity in credential-sharing crackdown; Pontera escalates Fidelity blame

As Schwab forces clients to reset credentials to curb third-party access, the 401(k) fintech Pontera maintains "Fidelity stands alone in its decision to lock out thousands of consumers from their own accounts."

By Andrew Cohen
Who, me? Nearly two-thirds of millionaires reject 'wealthy' label, says Northwestern Mutual
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 07, 2025
Who, me? Nearly two-thirds of millionaires reject 'wealthy' label, says Northwestern Mutual

Survey data reveal how high-net-worth Americans are split on inheritance plans, and what an abundance of "self-made" millionaires says about financial planning.

By Leo Almazora
Aquarian Capital to acquire Brighthouse Financial in $4.1B deal
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 06, 2025
Aquarian Capital to acquire Brighthouse Financial in $4.1B deal

The deal positions Brighthouse for continued growth as it maintains leadership in variable annuities, as well as a potential competitive edge in 401(k) plans.

By Leo Almazora
Financial stress takes a toll on Americans' health, MassMutual report reveals
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 05, 2025
Financial stress takes a toll on Americans' health, MassMutual report reveals

Head of wealth management, Vaughn Bowman, speaks with InvestmentNews.

By Steve Randall
NFP names new national leaders for retirement and wealth practices
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 04, 2025
NFP names new national leaders for retirement and wealth practices

The top-level changes come in the wake of the Aon-owned firm's divestment of Wealthspire and other affiliated wealth businesses to PE firm Madison Dearborn Partners.

By Leo Almazora
November celebrates 'Long-Term Care Awareness Month' by focusing on 'sandwich generation'
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 04, 2025
November celebrates 'Long-Term Care Awareness Month' by focusing on 'sandwich generation'

Advisors highlight 'Long-Term Care Awareness Month' by offering financial tips to adults simultaneously taking care of their parents and children.

By Gregg Greenberg