The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries is urging the bipartisan "Gang of Six" to tread carefully on its proposal to raise revenue by reducing tax incentives for retirement savings.

House Speaker John Boehner abruptly broke off talks with President Barack Obama Friday night on a deal to cut federal spending and avert a threatened government default, sending compromise efforts into an instant crisis.

The "Gang of Six" proposal for dealing with the federal deficit would eliminate the long-term care provision of the Affordable Care Act.

A survey of employers found that increasing employee wellness incentives is the most beneficial aspect of the health reform law.