Christine Mahoney: What the Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index Says About the Health of Retirement Systems

Mercer Senior Partner Christine Mahoney joins host Mike Wallberg, CFA, to unpack key findings from the Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index 2025. She explains how 52 retirement income systems are evaluated on adequacy, sustainability, and integrity—and what those measures reveal about the resilience of retirement systems worldwide. The discussion explores government influence on pension investments, the principle of "retirement first," and the role of policy incentives in balancing national priorities with member outcomes. Listen now to hear what's driving pension reform and innovation globally. Read the full report:

https://rpc.cfainstitute.org/research/reports/2025/mercer-cfa-institute-global-pension-index-2025

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