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Gender wealth gap: Women save just 75% of what men do for retirement

By Willa Hart

Employers should provide targeted communications to women, as well as access to independent financial counselors, decision support tools, and debt management services to help bridge the gap, says a new report.

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80% of employees are unprepared for retirement: Employers should do more

In light of inflation and a possible recession, there are a number of strategies and tools that employers and advisors can offer, such as digitally enabled, low-cost, personalized retirement advice, says a new study.

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October 27, 2022

How much salaries will increase (or decrease) globally in 2023

The worst-hit region is likely to be Europe, where real salaries — nominal wage growth minus the rate of inflation — are seen being driven down an average 1.5%, according to workforce consultancy ECA International.

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October 24, 2022

Caught in a financial vortex: Too many Americans are behind in saving for retirement

Many are seeking professional advice/guidance for generating retirement income, understanding how long their savings will last and whether their savings are on track or need to be adjusted, says report.

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October 17, 2022

Federal Reserve officials worried about not doing enough to curb inflation

Slammed by critics for being slow to respond to mounting price pressures, the Federal Reserve has unleashed the most aggressive tightening campaign since the 1980s.

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October 14, 2022

Benefits roundup: New financial wellness, fintech and insurance solutions

From more immediate financial help, like credit advice and childcare services, to personalized investment guidance from a professional, employers can now give employees what they want (and boost retention too).

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October 14, 2022

Bitcoin in your 401(k)? New bill would boost alternative assets in retirement plans

The bill's sponsors estimate a modest diversification into "alts," including real estate and private equity, could boost 401(k) performance by 17% a year and cut losses in a recession.

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October 12, 2022

Financial wellness benefits employees want most (and will boost retention)

Many employees (40%) want access to advice from an investment professional, and 62% of employers say they're now offering investment access (up from 55% in 2021).

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Gender wealth gap: Women save just 75% of what men do for retirement

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Is it time to rethink 'The 4% retirement rule'?

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80% of employees are unprepared for retirement: Employers should do more

How much salaries will increase (or decrease) globally in 2023

Caught in a financial vortex: Too many Americans are behind in saving for retirement

Federal Reserve officials worried about not doing enough to curb inflation

Benefits roundup: New financial wellness, fintech and insurance solutions

Bitcoin in your 401(k)? New bill would boost alternative assets in retirement plans

Financial wellness benefits employees want most (and will boost retention)