Pensions
Comprehensive news, insights and advice on pensions: from SIPPs to the State Pension, types of annuities to building a comfortable pension pot from the MoneyWeek team.
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How the gender pay gap adds to the pension gap
The gender pay gap currently stands at 12.8%, the equivalent of £2,548 a year for the average woman worker, according to analysis by the TUC union, hurting how much women can typically save for retirement. We look at five ways women can boost their pension.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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How to pick a SIPP
Self-invested personal pensions (SIPPs) let you manage your retirement savings, but charges and customer service vary greatly between providers. We explain how to choose a SIPP in 2026
By Laura Miller Last updated
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ISAs vs pensions – which is better for retirement?
Pensions are more tax-efficient overall but ISAs offer greater flexibility. Which is the best option as you save for retirement?
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Pensioners with larger pots are driving record annuity sales – is now a good time to buy an annuity?
Fewer annuities were sold last year but of the people who did buy them, more used bigger pension pots, according to the latest data. Should you buy an annuity?
By Laura Miller Last updated
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The single person pension shortfall in retirement: How to fill the gap
Being single may have plenty of benefits but it could leave you with a retirement shortfall. But even as a single person, there are things you can do to plug the gap before you stop working
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Pension Credit: should the mixed-age couples rule be scrapped?
The mixed-age couples rule was introduced in May 2019 to reserve pension credit for older households but a charity warns it is unfair
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Is a £250,000 pension pot enough to retire on?
What would your retirement income be with a £250K pension pot? Knowing how much you can get makes it easier to plan for your golden years.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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What happens to your pension when you die
The way your pension is passed on to your loved ones is set for a shake-up. Here is what you need to know about who inherits your pension and why naming a beneficiary is so important
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Should you add gold to your pension?
Gold price movements have been eye-catching over the past year. Should you put some gold in your pension?
By Dan McEvoy Published
