LGPS surpluses have sparked headlines and political interest. But beneath the noise, what should funds and councils expect as the 2025 valuation unfolds?
Month: July 2025
Individual Market Insurers Requesting Largest Premium Increases in More Than 5 Years
This analysis of preliminary rate filings submitted by 105 ACA Marketplace insurers in 19 states and DC shows that ACA Marketplace insurers are requesting a median premium increase of 15% for 2026, which would represent the largest hike in premiums since 2018, the last time policy uncertainty contributed to sharp […]
ACA Preventive Services Are Back at the Supreme Court: Kennedy v. Braidwood
This brief provides an overview of the most recent ACA case under review at the Supreme Court (Kennedy v. Braidwood Management) and discusses the implications of the potential rulings by the high court.
Explaining Litigation Challenging the ACA’s Preventive Services Requirements: Braidwood Management Inc. v. Becerra
This brief explains the preventive services coverage requirements, the basis of the Braidwood Management Inc. v. Becerra lawsuit, next steps in the litigation, and the potential implications.
FTSE 350 pensions: assessing the value of DB scheme run-on
Explore our 2025 FTSE 350 pensions report revealing trends in funding levels, surplus management, and strategic opportunities for DB schemes.
Will the UK State Pension ever be means-tested?
Will the UK State Pension be means-tested? Explore IFS proposals, rising costs, and what future retirees need to know amid calls for reform.
New Chief Risk Officer to strengthen risk management and governance
BW has appointed Rob Byett as Chief Risk Officer, underscoring our commitment to enhanced risk management and governance.
Americans’ Challenges with Health Care Costs
This data note reviews our recent polling data that finds that Americans struggle to afford many aspects of health care, including disproportionate shares of uninsured adults, Black and Hispanic adults and those with lower incomes.
Access to OB-GYNs: Evaluating Workforce Supply and ACA Marketplace Networks
This brief examines the supply of OB-GYNs in the U.S. and the share of OB-GYNs participating in the provider networks of Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) offered in the individual market in the federal and state Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplaces in 2021.
Guided Retirement Duty: promise or pipe dream for UK savers?
As UK savers approach retirement, a key question looms: are they equipped to make the right choices about their retirement income?