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Boston College Gets Financing for Financial Literacy Center
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
“Given the turbulent economic climate and the shift of financial risk to individuals, people need help,” said Center Director Alicia Munnell.
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Americans Reveal Inertia, Self-Reliance in Principal Financial’s Latest Survey
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
A third of those polled, up from 20% in the second quarter, said their account balances have recovered to their Jan. 1 levels or expect them to recover in two to five years.
SEC Moves To Bolster Oversight of Rating Agencies
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
The SEC voted Sept.17 to address conflicts of interest, reveal rating shopping, and promote accountability.
Plan Sponsors Increasingly Turn to Investment Consultants—Cerulli
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
Consultants want asset managers who provide consistent investment performance without “surprises.”
Employers Expect Health Reform to Raise, Not Lower Costs
Thu, Oct 01, 2009
Only 10% of employers would support an “employer mandate” that required them to provide health insurance to employees.
Jackson National Launches Bonus VA
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
Perspective Rewards pays a 6% bonus on first-year premiums under $100,000 and 8% on higher ones.
Pacific Life Applies For Possible In-Plan VA
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
The Destinations VA offers an optional 0.10% uptick in the lifetime payout rate for each of the first ten contract years or until a withdrawal.
