Compare defined benefit vs. defined contribution plans -- see how pensions and 401(k)s differ in security, control and risk.

Pensions are assuredly down, but they're not out for the count … yet. On the whole, Americans' prospects for retirement are ...

Defined benefit pensions offer security, but members must stay engaged to manage risks, funding concerns and lifestyle needs ...

Pension schemes are in relatively good health, with major liability risks hedged and a swift recovery from last year’s market shock. But most schemes have not hedged longevity risk, which could throw ...

Public-sector pensions are shifting more risk onto employees through hybrid designs, variable contributions and COLA changes, ...

The government has finalised regulations around multi-employer collective defined contribution (CDC) pension schemes and ...

Companies are taking advantage of higher yields, which make the present value of what they owe shrink faster than the ...

The Government said collective defined contribution schemes can potentially offer more security and higher average incomes ...

An expert has issued a warning to those considering swapping their pension providers for lower fees. Appearing on BBC Morning ...

New rules aimed at accelerating the creation of collective defined contribution pension schemes will help increase trust in ...