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Mar 17, 2020, 10:06 AM by MOSERS

Hi, In light of the of the fact that funding for our pension plan ( retired faculty 2005) is 58% tied to investments, I am confident that many of us are deeply concerned about the free-fall of the stock market. Do you folks have any action plans to address this and do you folks plan to put out any statement addressing this crisis?

The MOSERS Board, our leaders, and our professional investments staff are committed to managing MOSERS’ assets in a prudent manner to ensure the security of your benefits and the sustainability of the system.

MOSERS’ investments have been negatively impacted during the first quarter of CY 2020. However, unlike individual retirees, MOSERS invests over a very long-term time horizon. Our portfolio is well-diversified and designed to weather the volatility of the financial markets. Our assumed rate of return is 7.1%. Over the long term (since 1981- first available data) our return average is 9.5%, which includes other major downturns in the market such as in 1987,  2000-2002, and 2008. Each year, an independent actuary evaluates what our funding needs are and our Board certifies an employer contribution rate. The state of Missouri has consistently contributed the full amount that the actuary has determined is needed, which is key to MOSERS’ long-term sustainability.

Ultimately, your benefits are an obligation of the state and they are secure. We encourage you to visit our Funding page to learn more.

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