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April  2003, Vol. 126, No.4

Distribution of retirement income benefits

Allan P. Blostin
Economist, Division of Compensation Data Analysis and Planning, Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Email: Blostin_A@bls.gov

Lump sums have become more popular as an alternative to annuity payments in defined benefit retirement plans and remain the prevalent distribution option in defined contribution plans.

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