Target Date Funds
The latest news and developments about target date funds, which are often the investment of choice for retirement and 529 accounts.
October 18, 2022
'Cookie Cutter' BlackRock TDF Suits Should Be Tossed: Retirement GroupsThe suits will put DC plan fiduciaries "in a no-win situation," three industry groups say.
September 29, 2022
Senate Confirms Lisa Gomez to Key DOL PostGomez is now in charge of Labor's fiduciary rulemaking.
September 08, 2022
Senators Release Final Text of EARN Act Retirement BillThe bill will be part of the Senate's Secure 2.0 package, which must be reconciled with the House version.
August 18, 2022
7 Undervalued Stocks for 2022: MorningstarGrowth stocks are up 18% since the June 16 bear-market low, six percentage points ahead of the broader market.
August 03, 2022
The Fatal Flaw in Your Retirement Plan's Target Date FundsIn a high-inflation environment, the investment strategy of today's TDFs fails to help retirees meet their need for income preservation.
August 02, 2022
Citigroup, Genworth Face Lawsuits Over BlackRock TDFs in Their 401(k)sRetirement plan participants have sued at least six companies since Friday over the "underperforming" target date funds.
August 01, 2022
Study Examines Who Wants Advice Within Retirement PlansRetirement savers using online tools were more likely to seek advice; those in TDFs were less likely.
July 25, 2022
The 60/40 Strategy Will Make a Comeback: Morgan StanleyThe approach offers higher estimated long-term returns over the next decade than in the last 10 years, says a strategist.
July 06, 2022
Vanguard to Pay $6.25M Over TDF Tax Bills in MassachusettsA massive cut to investment minimums for institutional shares left small investors with a huge tax liability.
June 14, 2022
Senate Panel Advances Retirement Bill as Part of Secure Act 2.0 PlanThe Rise & Shine Act has cleared the HELP Committee, bringing a Secure Act 2.0 package a step closer.