Stable Times Volume 19 Issue 1

Download PDF The biannual publication of the Stable Value Investment Association that covers both industry concerns and association activities. Table of contents: Stable Value’s Contribution to the American Dream Ron Suskind: U.S. Voters Face “Dynastic Dilemma” SVIA Survey Shows Wrap Capacity Continuing to Grow SVIA Steps Up Outreach Efforts Stable Value Regulatory Agenda Inches Forward […]

Stable Value’s Contribution to the American Dream

The core mission of the stable value industry is a simple one: help retirement plan participants grow their nest eggs with minimal risk. In doing that, says James King, chairman of the Stable Value Investment Association, the industry is helping millions of working Americans pursue the American Dream: work hard, save, retire well. That’s not […]

Stable Value Funds Offer Anchor When Markets Get Choppy

The market’s waters are likely to get progressively choppier as the Federal Reserve nears a rate hike. Conservative investors seeking an anchor for their portfolios may want to check out stable value funds, says James King, chairman of the Stable Value Investment Association. Read the full article here.

Does your plan offer stable value funds?

According to Plansponsor’s 2014 Defined Contribution Survey, overall, less than two-thirds (59.7%) of plans offer stable value funds. For plan sponsors debating the addition of a stable value offering to their lineups, Jim King, managing director of strategic relationships at Prudential Retirement, sees a solid place for this option on a streamlined investment menu. “Stable […]

Add a Little Sprinkling of a Stable Value Fund to Your Portfolio

A stable value fund is a low-risk investment vehicle offered by defined contribution plans that provides a unique combination of benefits such as capital preservation and steady growth in principal and earned interest, with returns similar to intermediate bond funds – about 2% or so – with the liquidity and certainty of money market funds. […]

The Big Interview with Gina Mitchell

SVIA’s Gina Mitchell was featured on an episode of MoneyLife with Chuck Jaffe to discuss stable value, listen to the interview below:   Your browser does not support the audio element. Please click here to download the MP3.

What role do investment guidelines have for stable value?

Investment guidelines help asset managers achieve the best possible returns in the current market environment in such a way that limits undue risk. What role do investment guidelines have for stable value? from SVIA on Vimeo and YouTube

What are benefits of having a non-participating component of a stable value option?

A participating structure means the interest rate will be reset on a periodic basis using a formula to pass through underlying investment performance. In a non-participating structure, the risk is transferred to the contract issuer. What are benefits of having a non-participating component of a stable value option? from SVIA on Vimeo and YouTube