Key DC Trends Shaping the Retirement Industry in 2025

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An annual U.S. Retirement Market Outlook webinar from T. Rowe Price highlighted major themes in store for 2025, from retirement income in defined contribution (DC) plans to what lies ahead for rules on fiduciary responsibilities and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing.

“As the retirement landscape continues to evolve, industry leaders must remain agile and forward-thinking in order to best serve the needs of today’s and future retirees,” said Michael Davis, head of global retirement strategy at T. Rowe Price, in a press briefing to reporters.

The panel featured commentary from Kathryn Farrell, a target date portfolio specialist with T. Rowe Price, along with Jessica Sclafani, global retirement strategist; Rachel Weker, senior retirement strategist; and Aliya Robinson, director of congressional affairs. Among the leading themes discussed for the new year included continued evolution of qualified default investment alternatives (QDIAs), retirement income solutions, emergency savings accounts, and policy changes under a new Trump administration.

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