Our latest edition includes articles on the sustainability principles charter, a look at buy-in and buyout transaction volumes, ‘Ask the Analyst’ on pension scheme surpluses, and an overview of the final Funding and Investment Strategy Regulations.
Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes remain a key stakeholder in corporate transactions. Nick Gibson, Senior Director at Cardano discusses three key takeaways to unlock value when considering M&A deals involving DB schemes.
On 29th January 2024, the Department for Work & Pensions’ (DWP) published the final Occupational Pension Schemes (Funding and Investment Strategy and Amendment) Regulations. We welcome the Regulations but the upcoming Funding Code must clarify unanswered questions. Read our thoughts here.
Sustainability factors are an ever increasing part of trustees’ strategy and planning, as well as an increasing risk to the insurers themselves. Read our insights on the insurer transparency / sustainability challenge.
The risk-transfer market continues to build momentum across its various products. With new entrants expected in 2024 and a supportive regulatory backdrop, the risk transfer market is set to be one of the most dynamic corners of the DB pensions industry this year.
We are pleased to share the following insights from across our Group – Cardano UK (Advisory and Investment), Cardano NL, and NOW: Pensions – looking ahead to what’s in store for 2024.
This quarters Covenant Quarterly edition features articles on alternative de-risking, third-party ESG rating divergence, ‘Ask the Analyst’ which features what is upcoming in 2024, and an overview of the Autumn Statement 2023.
In this approaching endgame differently video series, we outline the different types of pension scheme risks and how Cardano can help you deliver the right risk solution.
Clara’s first consolidator transaction is a significant milestone for the pensions industry. This deal moves the goalposts and gives another alternative to buyout much needed credence. What does this all mean for pension schemes and endgame?
While it’s true that many companies are currently enjoying record pension scheme surpluses, many other schemes are facing significant pension deficits and weaker covenants. As the cost of debt refinancing climbs, those problems will only intensify.
In our latest Covenant Quarterly, we discuss the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s first Mansion House speech. We also cover debt maturities, the ISSB framework and the implications of funded reinsurance.
