We are living in an age where convenience, digital technology, and no-fuss, auto-pilot protocols often are preferred over laborious, detailed methods that might yield higher quality at a ...

My colleague John Rekenthaler recently observed that the problem with target-date fund research is that researchers need to find dramatic conclusions to get any attention, and this has led to ...

Today’s market outlook seems more challenging for investors - including defined contribution plan participants. For investors seeking new avenues to enhance return and diversification potential, ...

Target date funds, or lifecycle funds, have emerged as a popular investment choice for retirement accounts like 401k’s. Their appeal lies in their simplicity and convenience to investors planning to ...

Susan Dziubinski: Hi, I'm Susan Dziubinski with Morningstar. New research from Morningstar shows that the glide paths of target-date funds continue to shift more heavily toward equities. What does ...

Target date funds are essentially a blend of stocks and bonds. They start with a more aggressive investment strategy and gradually shift towards a more conservative approach as the investor nears the ...