DB surpluses and run-on: understanding your key risks

The emerging discussion around Defined Benefit (DB) scheme surpluses and run-on is gaining momentum, especially following the government’s response to the consultation on options for DB schemes on 29 May. With a draft Pension Schemes Bill expected soon, new provisions could ease surplus extraction without dictating its use. This presents a rare opportunity for employers and members to benefit from strong funding positions, with greater benefits and opportunities for the wider economy. 

In this publication, our experts discuss the key risks of running on, what they really mean and how they align with different risk appetites. They also explore:

• Investment and funding risk – aligning your strategy with risk appetite
• Longevity risk – often less understood yet material in a run-on context
• Regulatory and legislative risk – an evolving environment 

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