The purpose of this research is to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of defined benefit plans, including corporate, union (Taft-Hartley), and state & local government plans. While growth has stagnated, defined benefit plans are a substantial market. This research is part of Tiburon's broader coverage of retirement plans and its even broader coverage of the institutional markets.
Historical Phases
This research outlines the history of the defined benefit plans market, including:
- Introduction Phase
- Growth Phase
- Decline Phase
Market Segments
The research defines distinct markets of the defined benefit plans market, including:
- Corporate Plans
- Union (Taft-Hartley) Plans
- State & Local Government Plans
This research addresses the investment product usage within defined benefit plans.
Future Predictions
And the research makes several predictions for the future of the defined benefit plans market, including:
- Slow or Even Negative Growth for Defined Benefit Plans
- Fastest Growth for State & Local Government Defined Benefit Plans
- Continual Substantial Growth in Alternative Investments
- Continual Substantial Growth in Sustainable Investing (ESG)