All debate aside about how well prepared people are for retirement, pension funds are racking up some impressive totals.

Brinks Inc. is offering about 9,000 former employees a lump-sum payment in lieu of monthly payments from the companys pension plan when they retire.

Half of American workers dont feel valued by their employers, according to the American Psychological Association.

Life insurance products continue to be popular, particularly as carriers introduce new types of riders and other product features to attract more customers.