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title: Growing UK pension surpluses fuel debate over what to do with excess funds
description: Discover how UK corporate pension schemes are experiencing improved funding levels and sparking discussions on how to manage excess funds.
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# Growing UK pension surpluses fuel debate over what to do with excess funds

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## Improved Funding Levels in UK Corporate Pension Schemes Stir Discussions

Corporate defined benefit schemes in the UK have experienced an increase in funding levels since 2019, attributed to rising gilt yields. This improvement in financial stability has sparked a debate over the management and utilization of excess funds within these pension schemes.

**Original Source:** [https://www.ft.com/content/e7b9bc92-671e-45a9-a2f1-e156707d1432](https://www.ft.com/content/e7b9bc92-671e-45a9-a2f1-e156707d1432)

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