Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
2013 saw pension funding rebound
By Warren S. HerschAggregate pension funded status is pegged at 93 percent at year-end 2013, a big jump from 77 percent at the end of 2012.
November 19, 2013
SSA wants more support for SSDI deadbeat huntManagers conducted 428,568 continuing disability reviews last year but still face a large backlog.
October 21, 2013
Cash In on Washington Dysfunction, Friedman Urges InvestorsWashington Update analyst Andy Friedman sees a market downturn as Jan. 15 and Feb. 7 deadlines loom, creating an opportunity for investors.
October 02, 2013
Tough choices for mothers and kidsSome 9 million mothers could be forced to make some tough choices in about one week's time.
September 16, 2013
What Nonprofits Want From FundersNonprofits believe foundations could be a lot more helpful in certain critical areas, according to a survey by the Center for Effective Philanthropy.
September 05, 2013
MAP-21: The wrong course for pension plans?The change was a godsend to companies experiencing cash flow issues, but Fitch Ratings, among others, doesn't think it's the best way to go.
September 05, 2013
MAP-21: The wrong course for pension plans?The change was a godsend to companies experiencing cash flow issues, but Fitch Ratings, among others, doesn't think it's the best way to go.