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New combinations with J.P. Morgan Retirement Plan Services and Putnam Investments gives the firm broader market access.
The agency's request for more information on the choices and disclosures available to participants could set the stage for new rule making.
At issue was accusations the fund giant engaged in self-dealing in 401(k) plan.
The Labor Department should require providers to share more on fees, performance and benchmarking, GAO says.
Changes to LifePath Index come as other providers also have sought to increase equity allocations after retirement.
The firm's rebranding efforts follow combinations with J.P. Morgan Retirement Plan Services' record-keeping business and Putnam Investments' retirement unit.
