Monthly Archives: April 2012

What’s the Definition of Insanity?

Two separate studies were done by Charles Schwab and Co. regarding defined contribution/401k plans. One study was to get the plan sponsor view and the other was to get the participant view.  Plan Sponsor View:  90% of executives think 401k … Continue reading

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Historic and Abnormally Low Interest Rates Are Killing Pensions

So the Senate tried to pass a Highway Bill that included provisions that will impact funding requirements. It didn’t pass and Charles Millard says it doesn’t go far enough. Read on.  Give Employers a Break on Pensions: Charles E.F. Millard … Continue reading

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The Eurozone: Is The Crisis Over?

By Vincent J. Truglia  April 5, 2012  In some respects, the overall temperature has been reduced in the Eurozone’s cauldron.  However, the witch’s brew can be brought to a boil at a moment’s notice.  The most predictable triggers are upcoming … Continue reading

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The Brand Fallacy in Financial Services

 by Lillian Jones                 What we wouldn’t do for a brand. People love brand names. In investment management who wouldn’t want a firm with a famous name over one they never heard of?  But if you stop and think about … Continue reading

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