Archived Insight | June 30, 2020

COVID-19's Effect on Mortality and Pension Plans

Mortality rates vary significantly across the U.S. This will be amplified in 2020 as the impact of COVID-19 is felt differently across our communities. Why is this happening? How can we measure it? How will it affect your pension or retiree health plan?

Our panel discussion webinar offered insights about the emerging impact of COVID-19. Segal and longevity experts Club Vita described new approaches to understanding the longevity outlook of participants in your plan. 

The panel also discussed how to join an industry-wide COVID-19 research project that will enable you to learn the implications for your plans.
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