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Dells David Kennedy works to integrate the finance operations of newly acquired companies.

Trend of handing off pension liabilities to insurers is expected to accelerate next year.

Trend of handing off pension liabilities to insurers is expected to accelerate next year.

Many companies would drop 401(k) plans or consider dropping them, according to American Benefits Council survey. (Robyn Credico of Towers Watson)

Many companies would drop 401(k) plans or consider dropping them, according to American Benefits Council survey. (Robyn Credico of Towers Watson)

Carriers' balance sheets are strong, analysts say, so property and casualty rates will continue moderate rise in 2013.