Publication

DC provider insights - October 2026

calendar icon 26 October 2026
time icon 5 min

Authors

Shabna Islam
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Shabna Islam

Head of DC Provider Relations

Kathryn Fleming
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Kathryn Fleming

Partner and Head of DC Consulting

Michael Ardill (1)

Michael Ardill

DC Investment Consultant

John Barwell

John Barwell

DC Associate Investment Consultant

As the defined contribution (DC) market responds to regulatory and economic pressures, default strategy asset allocation and provider selection remain important drivers of member outcomes.

In our latest DC provider insights, we look across the master trust and group personal pension (GPP) market to explore how default investment strategies are evolving and what this could mean for members. We consider:

  • how providers’ default strategies have performed across different stages of the retirement journey.
  • the differences in projected member outcomes across the provider market.
  • how asset allocation, portfolio construction and implementation can influence outcomes.
  • the hidden impact of common life events on retirement adequacy.

With the Value for Money (VfM) framework set to place greater emphasis on demonstrable member outcomes, understanding the decisions providers make on behalf of members is increasingly important. 

Download the report for our latest insights into DC provider performance and member outcomes.

Download publication here

If you would like to discuss how your provider compares, or whether your current default strategy remains aligned to your members’ needs, please get in touch.

 

This communication has been compiled by Hymans Robertson LLP® (HR) as a general information summary and is based on its understanding of events as at the date of publication, which may be subject to change. It is not to be relied upon for investment or financial decisions and is not a substitute for professional advice (including for legal, investment or tax advice) on specific circumstances. HR accepts no liability for errors or omissions or reliance on any statement or opinion. Where we have relied upon data provided by third parties, reasonable care has been taken to assess its accuracy however we provide no guarantee and accept no liability in respect of any errors made by any third party.

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