Pension assets gain 5.1 per cent; typical balanced portfolios return 6.2 per cent.

Two indexes reveal that pension plans’ financial health remains robust.

Major Indexes attract those seeking diversification.

Weather to play an increasing role in investment decisions.

Economists and managers still see growth opportunities around the world.

Aon and Mercer publish respective year-end pension health statistics.

Managers navigate choppy waters as signs of recession accumulate.