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Investment Company Institute (ICI)
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The Investment Company Institute (ICI) is a leading global association representing regulated investment funds, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), closed-end funds, and unit investment trusts. Based in Washington, D.C., ICI advocates for fund shareholders, promotes industry best practices, and engages with policymakers on financial regulation. It also conducts research and provides education on investment trends and fund economics.
401(k) Mutual Fund Expense Ratios Continue to Plummet
More good news in the low-fee 401(k) fight. The cost of investing in mutual funds through 401(k) plans…
Target Date Fund Expense Ratios Show Sharp Decline
A recent hyper-focus on fees from plan sponsors, participants and lawyers belies the fact that expense ratios, at…
U.S. Census Wrong on 401(k) Coverage
Most American workers participate in employer-sponsored retirement plans, but you wouldn’t know it from recent Census numbers. A…
What Happened With 401(k) Assets in the Fourth Quarter?
U.S. retirement assets rose to $27.9 trillion, highlighting strong growth across 401(k), IRA, and other retirement plans.
How Are 401(k) Plan Sponsors ‘Encouraging’ Participation?
Explore how 401(k) plan features like auto-enrollment, employer contributions, and target-date funds drive employee participation.
How Committed Are 401(k) DC Plan Participants To Saving?
Can’t stop, won’t stop. The vast majority of defined contribution (DC) plan participants are habitually contributing to their…
America’s Trust in 401ks Soars
Over three-quarters of U.S. households are confident 401ks and other employer-sponsored retirement plans will help them reach their…
How Did 401(k) Assets Fare in Third Quarter?
A booming economy in part contributed to a further rise in 401(k) balances, as well as retirement assets…
401(k) Rollovers Roll On, Despite Fiduciary Rule
Traditional IRA rollover strategies remain a top option for retirees seeking control, tax benefits, and investment flexibility in retirement.
Bad News for 401(k) Loan Activity
DC plan participants 2017 stayed invested, with steady contributions, low withdrawals, and loan activity slightly above crisis levels.