US Pension Funds Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 6.14 Trillion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 9.40 Trillion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 8.90 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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US Pension Funds Market Analysis
The US Pension Funds Market size in terms of assets under management value is expected to grow from USD 6.14 trillion in 2024 to USD 9.40 trillion by 2029, at a CAGR of 8.90% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
A pension fund is an investment made to provide for retirement income. Pension funds have traditionally invested in bonds and equities with long-term investment horizons, and given the market volatility, they have diversified their portfolios by allocating funds to alternatives like hedge funds, private equity, real estate, and others. COVID-19 had a negative impact on various economies, which resulted in impacting retirement savings, retirement savings schemes, providers, regulators, and supervisors, potentially leading to further lowering the income from the retirement fund market.
In recent years, the market has witnessed intense reform efforts in countries around the globe, often involving increased use of funded pension programs managed by the private sector. These funded arrangements are likely to play an increasingly important role in delivering retirement income in many countries, and privately managed pension assets will play an increasing role in financial markets, notably as a source of long-term savings.
US Pension Funds Market Trends
Asset Allocations in Pension Funds is Driving the Market
Asset allocation has been at the center of investment decision-making for many funds. A pension fund is an investment made to provide for retirement income. These funds are normally invested in equity bonds and other instruments with lower risk for a long-term period. Various distributions of the funds are done to minimize the risk and maximize the returns over the long term. The average Fortune 1000 pension plan held an average of over USD 4.9 billion in assets at the year-end of 2021. The average allocation to public equity was more than 30%, while the average debt allocation was more than 50%. Asset allocation involves dividing your investments among different assets, such as stocks, bonds, and cash. This allocation in the pension fund market in the US shows that players have diversified their portfolios. This will drive the market, as it will have a positive impact on the returns on investment.
Increasing Retirement Assets Is Driving the Market
At the end of December 2022, retirement assets made up 30% of all financial assets owned by households in the United States. Total US retirement assets were USD 33.6 trillion as of December 31, 2022, 3.9 percent up from September. Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) hold the most retirement assets, at 34% of the total. Since 2012, they doubled, jumping from USD 5.8 trillion to USD 11.7 trillion in 2022. The overall US retirement assets were more than USD 33 trillion as of 2022. Pension funds are a way of making your financial investments future-proof, as after retirement a person should have funds to keep their standard of living constant. Various economies across the globe are experiencing growth in retirement funds and assets.
US Pension Funds Industry Overview
The report includes an overview of the largest pension fund providers in the US. Currently, some of the major players dominating the market are studied, in terms of asset size is discussed in detail in the report. The major players in the market include Social Security Administration, Franklin Templeton, California Public Employees' Retirement System, TD Ameritrade, and 1199 Seiu National Benefit Fund.
US Pension Funds Market Leaders
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Social Security Administration
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California Public Employees’ Retirement System
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TD Ameritrade
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1199 Seiu National Benefit Fund
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Franklin Templeton
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
US Pension Funds Market News
- January 2023: The California Public Employees' Retirement System is making a USD 1 billion wager that small private equity firms without the heft of the biggest buyout institutions can boost the pension giant's returns and clout.
- April 2022: A global investment management organization, Franklin Templeton, announced the completion of its acquisition of Lexington Partners L.P., a leading global manager of secondary private equity and co-investment funds.
US Pension Funds Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS AND DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Overview
- 4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.3 Market Restraints
- 4.4 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
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4.5 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.5.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.5.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.5.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.5.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
- 4.6 Insights on Latest Trends and Technological Innovations in the Industry
- 4.7 Impact of COVID-19 on market
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 Type of Pension Plan
- 5.1.1 Distributed Contribution
- 5.1.1.1 Distributed Benefit
- 5.1.1.2 Reserved Fund
- 5.1.1.3 Hybrid
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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6.1 Company Profiles
- 6.1.1 Social Security Administration
- 6.1.2 Franklin Templeton
- 6.1.3 California Public Employees Retirement System
- 6.1.4 TD Ameritrade
- 6.1.5 1199 Seiu National Benefit Fund
- 6.1.6 Vangaurd
- 6.1.7 National RailRoad Retirement Investment Trust
- 6.1.8 Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
8. DISCLAIMER AND ABOUT US
US Pension Funds Industry Segmentation
A pension fund is an investment made to provide for retirement income. They typically have large amounts of money to invest in listed and private companies. The United States Pension Fund Industry Is Segmented Based On The Type Of Pension Plan (Distributed Contribution, Distributed Benefit, Reserved Fund, And Hybrid). The Report Offers Market Size And Forecasts For The United States Pension Funds Market In Terms Of Value (USD) For All The Above Segments.
| Type of Pension Plan | Distributed Contribution | Distributed Benefit |
| Reserved Fund | ||
| Hybrid |
US Pension Funds Market Research Faqs
How big is the US Pension Funds Market?
The US Pension Funds Market size is expected to reach USD 6.14 trillion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 8.90% to reach USD 9.40 trillion by 2029.
What is the current US Pension Funds Market size?
In 2024, the US Pension Funds Market size is expected to reach USD 6.14 trillion.
Who are the key players in US Pension Funds Market?
Social Security Administration, California Public Employees’ Retirement System, TD Ameritrade, 1199 Seiu National Benefit Fund and Franklin Templeton are the major companies operating in the US Pension Funds Market.
What years does this US Pension Funds Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the US Pension Funds Market size was estimated at USD 5.64 trillion. The report covers the US Pension Funds Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the US Pension Funds Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
US Pension Funds Industry Report
Statistics for the 2024 US Pension Funds market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. US Pension Funds analysis includes a market forecast outlook to for 2024 to 2029 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
