"To bridge pay gaps in the workplace, employers must proactively build pay equity and increase transparency within their organization."

Although the average retirement account balance rose in the fourth quarter of last year, balances ended the year down from a year earlier – losing nearly one-quarter of their value, according to a new Fidelity report.

The Conference Board predicts a recession that will be more of a bump in the road than a pothole that disrupts the economy.

"Businesses should consider establishing workplace-violence prevention plans to identify, assess, and intervene with current employees, former employees, and customers who may pose a risk of violence," according to a new report from the Secret Service.

The debate's likely to continue over whether 401(k) plan sponsors should consider environmental, social and governance factors when selecting investment options, but the rule creates new opportunities for advisors.

The IRS also announced that the limit on catch-up contributions for those 50 and older will rise to $7,500.

71% have a positive outlook on demand, but only 57% are confident they can control costs, according to a new Grant Thornton survey.

Earlier this year, the department told retirement plan sponsors they could face an "investigative program" if they allowed digital currencies in their workplace plans.