Pension Fund Investment Policies

Investment Management and Portfolio Theory · 3:06

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[Verse 1]
Two types of pension plans you need to know
Defined benefit and contribution, here we go
DB promises payments when you retire
DC builds accounts that workers acquire
Investment policy statements guide the way
Different rules for different plans each day

[Chorus]
DB needs Duration matching for the ride
Liability driven investments as your guide
DC gives Choices to the working crowd
Personal risk tolerance speaking loud
Remember DB-D, Duration and Driven
DC-C, Choices that are given

[Verse 2]
Defined benefit plans have obligations
Promised payments across the nation
Young workforce means longer duration
Mature workforce needs shorter preparation
Asset liability matching is the key
Bonds and duration help set you free

[Chorus]
DB needs Duration matching for the ride
Liability driven investments as your guide
DC gives Choices to the working crowd
Personal risk tolerance speaking loud
Remember DB-D, Duration and Driven
DC-C, Choices that are given

[Verse 3]
Defined contribution shifts the risk
To individual workers, choices they must pick
Age appropriate funds help guide the way
Target date funds for retirement day
Education matters for the employees
Investment options like a shopping spree

[Bridge]
Funding ratios tell the DB story
Over funded, under funded glory
Regulatory rules keep plans in line
ERISA standards help them shine
Risk tolerance differs between the two
DB conservative, DC depends on you

[Chorus]
DB needs Duration matching for the ride
Liability driven investments as your guide
DC gives Choices to the working crowd
Personal risk tolerance speaking loud
Remember DB-D, Duration and Driven
DC-C, Choices that are given

[Outro]
Pension fund policies need special care
DB promises must always be there
DC empowers workers with their choice
Both need policies with a guiding voice

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