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Why Most 401(k) Investment Lineups Underperform:
Data Isn’t Research
Hosted by Zachary Allen, CFA, CIO at PCI, this webinar discusses how most 401(k) investment lineups underperform simple index benchmarks due to reliance on data rather than in-depth research. To improve outcomes, advisers need to move beyond basic data and focus on thorough investment manager research.
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