Pension systems are often treated as background institutions. Households save. Invest. And prepare for retirement. But in reality, pension structures play a central role in financial markets. Large pools of capital are managed collectively. Investment decisions are constrained. And risks are redistributed across generations. This paper introduces a new perspective. Pension design is not neutral. Defined benefit plans shape asset prices, risk premia, and economic outcomes. The result is a subtle...
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