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Rising benefits costs, cited by 90% of U.S. employers, are the top issue influencing strategies this year, the 2025 Benefits Trends Survey from WTW found.

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced last week that it is withdrawing proposals that would have applied to investment managers regarding ESG and cybersecurity disclosures, as well as safeguarding assets, and crypto custody management.

A federal judge in Minneapolis has approved the huge settlement against the health insurer for depleting the retirement savings of 350,000 employees due to “poorly performing” target date funds.

One question is how well the agencies will listen to employers and benefits advisors.

Lori Chavez-DeRemer emphasized the need for flexibility but avoided discussing details.

The state House and Senate approved the legislation, which would step up efforts to enroll employees in the Maine Retirement Investment Trust, and is now awaiting the governor’s signature.