Abstract. The growth of Defined Contribution (DC) pensions, in which retirement depends on individual savings and financial market investments, has been a

Financialisation is a key concept in financial geography, used to explain various phenomena. But have we sufficiently explained financialisation? Nick Bernards’ recent book, Fictions of Financializ...

Abstract. The growth of Defined Contribution (DC) pensions, in which retirement depends on individual savings and financial market investments, has been a

Millions of people could benefit from a more secure retirement as the Government today [Monday 21 July 2025] revives the landmark Pensions Commission to examine why tomorrow’s pensioners are on track ...

Torsten Bell says government is ‘encouraging, not instigating’ investment in wider range of assets

Assets under management fell 2% last year as investors pulled back from sector

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Donald Trump’s re-engagement with Russia has given new urgency to European discussions

Laying the foundations for the next financial crisis

The UK's financialised pensions system is marked by inequality, insecurity and instability. We require a radical reimagining to build a system fit for purpose.

Some experts argue current savings rates will leave people without adequate retirement pots

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