Welcome to the latest edition of Insights for Public and Taft-Hartley Defined Benefit Plans. In this issue, we explore trends shaping the landscape of public and Taft-Hartley defined benefit plans. Covering economic outlooks, emerging trends, and effective investment strategies, this edition is designed to keep you informed and prepared to navigate the complexities of pension management. Read on to stay ahead of managing public and Taft-Hartley retirement solutions.
Three trends in Public and Taft-Hartley plans
The outlook for funding has grown cloudier, leading public and Taft-Hartley plans to reduce equity risk and shift more assets into return-generating fixed income and private assets.
Asset Allocation Trends for Public Pension Plans: A Six-Month Outlook
Read why SSGA is constructive on equities and fixed income but cautious on credit, and what our inflation outlook means for public and Taft-Hartley plan COLAs.
Leveraged Loans
Leveraged loans can help plans enhance yield, reduce duration risk, and improve diversification. New developments make the asset class more accessible than ever.
More Effective, Efficient Solution for Leveraged Loans
Leveraged loans provide high yield and floating rates, but inefficiencies and high fees have limited access. In 2024, we partnered with a client to create a cost-effective solution.