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With Paycheck-to-Paycheck Living More Common Defined Benefit Plan Provides a Secure Retirement Path
With Paycheck-to-Paycheck Living More Common Defined Benefit Plan Provides a Secure Retirement Path

Discover why living paycheck to paycheck hinders retirement savings and how Defined Benefit plans offer a secure, reliable retirement income for all income levels. Continue Reading

Date posted11/15/2024


After Historic Vote to Repeal WEP-GPO, What’s Next?
After Historic Vote to Repeal WEP-GPO, What’s Next?

Historic House vote passes bill to repeal WEP-GPO Social Security penalties impacting public sector pensions. Senate action and advocacy efforts next. Continue Reading

Date posted11/13/2024


Retirees Need an Investment Strategy that Can Limit the Impact of Market Downturns & Stay Invested
Retirees Need an Investment Strategy that Can Limit the Impact of Market Downturns & Stay Invested

Discover why retirees need dynamic, income-focused investment strategies that limit market downturn impacts, reduce sequence of return risk, and ensure secure retirement income. Continue Reading

Date posted11/6/2024


Empowering Pension Plan Participants Through Financial Education: Strategies for Success
Empowering Pension Plan Participants Through Financial Education: Strategies for Success

Empower pension participants with financial education to boost retirement security. Learn strategies, programs, and expert tips for effective pension plan engagement. Continue Reading

Date posted11/3/2024


The Tax Debate of 2025
The Tax Debate of 2025

Explore the 2025 tax debate on the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), its impact on federal revenues, retirement provisions, and first responder benefits. Continue Reading

Date posted11/1/2024


Understanding India
Understanding India

Explore India's rapid economic growth, investment opportunities, and challenges like inequality and infrastructure gaps in this insightful analysis by Meketa Investment Group. Continue Reading

Date posted10/28/2024


Last Call for Participation in Public Retirement Systems Study
Last Call for Participation in Public Retirement Systems Study

Last call to join NCPERS' Public Retirement Systems Study by Nov 1. Benchmark fiscal and operational trends, earn a Certificate of Excellence, and enhance pension transparency. Continue Reading

Date posted10/27/2024


The Path to Improving Retirement Security in the U.S.
The Path to Improving Retirement Security in the U.S.

Explore strategies to improve U.S. retirement security by expanding pension access, advocating policy, and educating on public pension benefits and challenges. Continue Reading

Date posted10/23/2024


Three Securitized Debt Trends We’re Watching
Three Securitized Debt Trends We’re Watching

Explore key trends in securitized debt, including CMBS opportunities, strong U.S. consumer fundamentals, and resilient mortgage credit amid rising rates. Continue Reading

Date posted10/22/2024


Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap with Virtual Chief Information Security Officer Services
Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap with Virtual Chief Information Security Officer Services

Bridge the cybersecurity skills gap for pension funds with expert vCISO services offering vulnerability management, penetration testing, and staff training. Continue Reading

Date posted10/16/2024


What Goes Into a Successful Financial Wellness Program for Public Employees?
What Goes Into a Successful Financial Wellness Program for Public Employees?

Discover how Wisconsin Strong: Your Financial Security™ empowers over 18,300 public employees with personalized financial wellness education, boosting retirement readiness. Continue Reading

Date posted10/11/2024


The Supreme Court’s Macquarie Infrastructure Decision: Pure Omissions and Half-Truths
The Supreme Court’s Macquarie Infrastructure Decision: Pure Omissions and Half-Truths

Explore the Supreme Court’s Macquarie Infrastructure decision clarifying that pure omissions aren’t actionable under Rule 10b-5(b), impacting securities litigation and disclosure practices. Continue Reading

Date posted10/10/2024