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Americans think they'll need $1.26M to retire comfortably: Northwestern

By Lynn Cavanaugh

The "magic number" is $200,000 less than the $1.46 million reported last year, however, 25% say they have just one year or less of their current annual income put aside for retirement, according to Northwestern Mutual.

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DOL may rescind Biden-era ESG investing rule for 401(k)s and pensions

The Labor Department's rule that allows environmental, social and governance factors to be considered when choosing investments for retirement plans has been challenged since it took effect in 2023, but now the DOL has asked the appeals court to suspend proceedings.

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April 21, 2025

401(k) contribution limit projections for 2026: Milliman

While the official IRS announcement will come later this year, the contribution limit for retirement accounts will likely increase from $23,500 to $24,500 in 2026, according to a new Milliman report.

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April 18, 2025

Retirement Readiness Index: It's a wake-up call, as 'too few' are prepared

The index was designed to spark a national conversation, shine a light on the areas where Americans are falling short, and provide a roadmap for workers and employers to take action, according to IRALOGIX.

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April 17, 2025

Senators reintroduce bill protecting retirement savings when companies file for bankruptcy

The Protecting Employees and Retirees in Business Bankruptcies Act "would ensure that all employees, not just C-suite executives, receive the benefits they were promised," said Senator Dick Durbin.

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April 16, 2025

Biden breaks silence to slam Trump over Social Security cuts

In his first speech since leaving the presidency, Joe Biden spoke last night of Trump's "damage and destruction" to the Social Security Administration, while the White House announced yesterday that Trump will always protect Social Security benefits.

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April 16, 2025

Pension tensions: Public sector union in Canada calls for retirement plans to dump Tesla stock

Earlier this month, the American Federation of Teachers president urged chief fiduciary officers to urgently review their Telsa holdings in pension funds. Now Canada's largest federal public sector union is following suit.

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April 15, 2025

DOL seeks 60 days to determine 'next steps' on legal challenges to its new fiduciary rule

The Department of Labor has requested an additional 60 days so that it can consider next steps in regard to two court challenges to its controversial fiduciary rule, which has been on hold since last year.

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