Abolishing pension triple lock would be ‘toxic’, ex-ministers warn

[ Whoever wins the next election must protect the state pension triple lock, former pensions ministers have warned. The future of the policy has been thrown into doubt amid fears that funding the state pensions of a growing older population will drain the public finances. Sir Keir Starmer, who is on course to lead the … Read more

Watch: BMW’s heart-touching yet humorous tribute to Mercedes-Benz CEO as he retires |

[ Dieter Zetsche, the iconic Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and head of Mercedes-Benz, officially retired in 2019. As he bade farewell to his illustrious career, fellow German automaker and rival BMW decided to honor him in a unique and unexpected way.In a heartwarming yet humorous video titled “Retirement Is About … Read more

Fading population dividend | The Star

[ TUN Dr Mahathir Mohamad once envisioned Malaysia to reach a population of 70 million by the year 2100. The former prime minister reasoned that a bigger working age population is necessary for greater industrialisation and to have “less foreign economic and other dominations”. Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Genx Newz is an … Read more

Taking control of finances post retirement: 7 key considerations beyond health insurance | Business

[ Financial planning for old age and illness shouldn’t just focus on health insurance. You don’t have to feel helpless about your healthcare expenses or the quality of care you receive. You can take control and manage your money wisely now. In a column in ET Uma Shashikant, the Chairperson, Centre for Investment Education and … Read more

I’m 80 – should I withdraw my pension and put it in a savings account?

[ In our weekly series, readers can email in with any question about retirement and pension savings to be answered by our expert, Tom Selby, director of public policy at investment platform AJ Bell. There is nothing he does not know about pensions. If you have a question for him, email us at [email protected]. Question: I have been … Read more

Nearly half of Brits don’t understand the rules about paying tax on savings

[ More than two in five people do not understand or have not heard of the limit on interest that can be earned from savings before tax is owed, with experts warning that this ignorance could lead to surprise bills. Basic rate tax payers can earn £1,000 from savings interest before they must start paying … Read more

How can I work out if I’m saving enough in my pension for retirement?

[ In our weekly series, readers can email in with any question about retirement and pension savings to be answered by our expert, Tom Selby, director of public policy at investment platform AJ Bell. There is nothing he does not know about pensions. If you have a question for him, email us at [email protected]. Question: … Read more

I’m dating in my 50s after a long marriage

[ Each week i asks experts to answer readers’ questions about love, sex and relationships I have been dating a man for six months. I like him and I think he is a good guy. The only thing is I’m disappointed by the lack of effort he puts into our “dates” – if you could even call them that. … Read more

Spartz to make decision about running again soon: reports

[ Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) will reportedly make a decision about if she is running for reelection or retiring this weekend. In a text message to Politico, Spartz said she would “probably make my decision what to do this weekend.” The Indiana lawmaker announced in October that she would consider resigning from her position if … Read more

Should I take a lump sum from my pension pot when I turn 64?

[ In our weekly series, readers can email in with any question about retirement and pension savings to be answered by our expert, Tom Selby, director of public policy at investment platform AJ Bell. There is nothing he does not know about pensions. If you have a question for him, email us at [email protected]. Question: I’m about to … Read more