Tagged: pensionbee

June 18, 2025 @ 2:36 am By Omar Faridi  |  

More than a million UK ‘gig’ workers cannot afford to save into a pension, according to new research. The data from PensionBee, a firm focused on the consumer retirement market, reveals that over half of temporary economy workers in the UK (57%) can’t “afford to… Read More

June 12, 2025 @ 9:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Understanding the dynamics of pension investments and the tools available to manage them is crucial for securing a financially stable retirement. Recent insights from PensionBee, an online pension provider, highlight key market trends, practical savings strategies, and significant shareholder engagements that can shape your pension’s… Read More

May 30, 2025 @ 7:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PensionBee, a UK firm focused on the consumer retirement market, has found significant public support for a shareholder resolution urging Meta to address growing concerns over “how it uses personal data to power its AI systems.” The poll found that more than 50% of respondents… Read More

April 26, 2025 @ 3:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s PensionBee, a firm focused on the consumer retirement market, has issued a statement following the release of the Department for Work and Pensions’ Small Pots Delivery Group’s report, which lays out a clear framework for “consolidating small pension pots.” Lisa Picardo, Chief Business Officer… Read More

April 16, 2025 @ 9:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

New analysis and research from UK’s online pension provider PensionBee highlights an increase in pension contributions in 2024, despite ongoing pressures on household budgets. On average, savers contributed “£285 (19%) more to their pensions in 2024 compared to 2023, taking the average up from £1,192… Read More

April 9, 2025 @ 8:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

New research from PensionBee reveals that almost half of older savers don’t fully trust using artificial intelligence (AI) to help manage their finances. A nationally representative survey of 1,000 UK adults explored “attitudes towards AI in pension customer support.” The research findings reveal that 45%… Read More

March 31, 2025 @ 8:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves recently delivered the Spring Statement, outlining the government’s economic priorities and forecasts for the year ahead. While the statement avoided major tax hikes or sweeping policy changes, it provided critical insights into inflation, economic growth, and the implications for personal finances… Read More

February 27, 2025 @ 7:30 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Research from PensionBee reveals that Londoners are far more enthusiastic about using artificial intelligence (AI) to help manage their finances compared to the rest of the UK. A nationally representative survey of 1,000 UK adults examining attitudes toward AI in pension customer support revealed “that… Read More

February 13, 2025 @ 7:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Research from PensionBee reveals that while UK savers are open to AI playing a role in pension customer support, they are not ready for a fully automated experience. PensionBee noted that 79% of survey respondents expressed preferences for “a mix of human and AI interaction… Read More

January 21, 2025 @ 8:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s online pension provider PensionBee recently shared comments following the appointment of Torsten Bell MP as Pensions Minister. Lisa Picardo, Chief Business Officer UK of PensionBee, commented: “We welcome the new Pensions Minister to his new role. With his extensive experience in public policy, we’re… Read More

January 17, 2025 @ 7:37 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PensionBee, a firm focused on the consumer retirement market, has launched its new Climate Plan that sets a “clear” standard for climate-focused pensions. UK’s PensionBee explained that this plan not only excludes fossil fuel producers but also “commits to continually reducing the total intensity of… Read More

January 9, 2025 @ 8:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Confidence in retirement prospects among Brits surged in 2024, according to PensionBee’s Pension Confidence Index highlighting a “substantial” shift in public sentiment. The Pension Confidence Indicator jumped from -10 in December 2023 to +29 in December 2024 reflecting “growing optimism overall about financial futures.” But the data… Read More

December 19, 2024 @ 10:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PensionBee, a firm focused on the consumer retirement market, is marking its 10th year of operations, which includes a decade of innovation, growth and impact in the pensions industry. Established back in December of 2014 to help tackle “outdated” pension systems – and with an… Read More

December 10, 2024 @ 8:41 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s PensionBee noted that pension funds could be headed for another year of strong returns in 2025, according to predictions from investment banks, including JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and Bank of America. PensionBee explained in a blog post that the bull run in US stocks is expected to continue while other… Read More

November 7, 2024 @ 8:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s PensionBee has shared insights on whether the result of 2024’s US election will impact users’ pension balance. It was announced that Donald Trump would be returning to the White House for a second term in office. PensionBee noted that the former President won the… Read More

October 24, 2024 @ 10:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK’s Pensions Minister has recently announced a prioritization of the Moneyhelper Dashboard launch, with a further delay to the launch of commercial dashboards. Becky O’Connor, Director of Public Affairs of PensionBee, commented that while it’s encouraging to see the UK Government’s continued commitment to… Read More

October 13, 2024 @ 8:57 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

PensionBee, a global enabler of the consumer retirement market, has reportedly achieved its highest-ever environmental, social, and governance (ESG) rating from EthiFinance, scoring 86/100 in their latest assessment report. The EthiFinance ESG Ratings, which aim to effectively evaluate firms on a scale from 0 to… Read More

October 2, 2024 @ 7:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Pension funds are delivering more sizeable returns than UK savers had been expecting with average annual growth during five years reportedly nearing 8% for those 30 years from retirement. This, according to an update from PensionBee. PensionBee’s Pension Performance Benchmark analysis, which has reportedly examined… Read More

September 27, 2024 @ 10:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PensionBee has responded to the Department for Work and Pensions’ (DWP) Pension Investment Review, emphasizing the importance of “keeping savers’ best interests at the forefront of any potential changes in the pensions market.” PensionBee believes that consolidation in the Defined Contribution (DC) market may offer… Read More

September 16, 2024 @ 11:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nearly a quarter (24%) of Brits have ‘no idea’ how much they’ve saved into their pension while almost half (42%) admit confusion over how much they need to save for retirement, according to new research from PensionBee. In response to these challenges, pension savers are… Read More