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Retirement policy in focus: Key bills to watch in 2025

While enactment of major retirement legislation in 2025 appears unlikely, there are several bipartisan retirement bills that are expected to be reintroduced. These bills signal a continued commitment to strengthening Americans’ retirement security.

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Principal® SMB Sentiment

Many small and midsize businesses (SMBs) and employees are feeling more hopeful and optimistic after the presidential election and anticipate improvements in their financial outlook. This optimism is tempered by persistent worries about inflation, rising expenses, and personal finances.

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Maximizing employers’ 401(k) contributions

Have you ever considered whether the employer contributions made to your employees’ retirement plans are being used to help make the maximum impact to both the company and participants?

Attracting & retaining my workforce

Tailor retirement benefits to help retain specialized talent

Retaining top-tier talent in specialized roles typically requires more than standard benefits. Offering thoughtfully designed, customized retirement plan options is a way to address the unique needs of these professionals, helping ensure they feel valued and motivated to stay.

Attracting & retaining my workforce

A simple test for your 401(k) plan design: Flip the numbers

When interpreting retirement plan data and statistics, a simple guideline is to flip the numbers to see the full story. This simple test can help employers and financial professionals better understand if plan design changes might be needed.