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401(k) Investments
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401(k) investments refer to the various assets and financial instruments available within a 401(k) retirement plan, which employees can choose to grow their retirement savings. These investments are selected from a menu of options provided by the plan sponsor (usually the employer) and managed through a plan administrator.
‘Formal Commitment’ to ESG Investing Stalls
People say they want more values-based investing options; what they do, especially with ESG issues, is far different.…
Top Drivers of ESG Adoption
Does ESG get the returns? Do participants sacrifice performance in order to “invest in their values?” Questions at…
How to (Carefully) Implement ESG in 401k Plan Lineups: Excel 401(k) Conference
If you’re confused about adding ESG-oriented investments to a 401k menu—is it allowed, should it be allowed, does…
Are 401(k) Advisors (Getting) More Familiar with CITs?
If you can get the same investment in a cheaper CIT wrapper, why not offer it up to…
Target-Date Fund Users Contribute Less Than Non-TDF Counterparts
Target-date funds are often credited with better investing behavior on the part of participants, ensuring they get—and stay—invested…
He Got the Max: Woodbridge’s Shapiro Gets 25 Years for Ponzi Scheme
Former Woodbridge Group of Companies Owner and CEO Robert H. Shapiro was sentenced to 25 years in prison…
401(k) Flight to Fixed-Income Continues
September was a slow month for 401(k) trading, with only one above-normal activity. However, when investors made trades,…
Low Financial Literacy Hurting Retirement Account Management
Many individuals enrolled in DC plans lack basic financial knowledge. No surprise there. But as the shift from…
Fidelity Joins ‘Zero Fee’ Trading Frenzy
Fidelity zero commissions offer includes free online stock, ETF, and option trades, plus higher-yield cash options for investors.
Broadridge Buys Fi360 to Boost Reg BI Solutions
Broadridge acquires Fi360 to expand fiduciary tools, boost retirement solutions, and strengthen wealth advisor support.