IBM's recent announcement to switch to a "hybrid" model of defined benefit plan could make the case to bring back a version of the classic retirement benefit, which could be a powerful tool for retention in a tight labor market.

Private pension funds are not as fragile as state and municipal pensions because they have tighter regulatory rules that govern their accounting and contribution rate requirements, according to Equable Institute.

The recent cyberattack that compromised data at more than 600 organizations worldwide highlights the need for plan sponsors to become cybersecurity specialists to protect employee data and assets (or lean on expert advice).

In a class action lawsuit, the former employee alleges that 37% of his retirement savings were invested in BlackRock's Target Date 2045 fund, which uses ESG considerations.