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In this Connect Conversation episode, Matt Petersen is joined by researchers from EBRI to explore new findings from the Public Retirement Research Lab (PRRL). The discussion takes a closer look at how men and women in public sector defined contribution plans differ in their saving behaviors, and what those differences could mean for plan design and participant outcomes.
Key takeaways include:
- Persistent gaps in account balances and contribution rates—even when controlling for age, salary, and tenure
- Differences in how participants invest, including use of target date funds vs. asset class-specific funds
- The role of plan type, occupation, and household dynamics in shaping saving behavior
- Practical considerations for plan sponsors, from investment lineup design to participant communications
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- May 14, 2026 Create Date
- July 8, 2026 Last Updated
