News and announcements

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The Icelandic pension system receives top marks

27. October 2025

For the fifth year in a row, the Icelandic pension system has received top marks in an international analysis covering 52 countries. The Icelandic system earned the second-highest score of all the nations included in the study.

Computer generated image of the new bridge over Ölfusá

LSR among those financing the construction of the Ölfusá Bridge

23. October 2025

LSR is one of four parties that have signed an agreement with ÞG Verk to provide project financing for the construction of the new Ölfusá Bridge. The other participants in the project are Íslandsbanki, Birta Pension Fund, and the Pension Fund of Commerce.

Reception and phone service closed on October 24 due to the Women’s Strike

22. October 2025

Reception and phone service will be closed on Friday, October 24, due to the Women’s Strike. LSR wholeheartedly supports women and non-binary people and encourages everyone to contribute to advancing equality in society and to stand united against discrimination.

Only fixed-rate loans processed

17. October 2025

Due to a Supreme Court ruling in case no. 55/2024, LSR will for the time being only accept applications for loans with fixed interest rates for the entire loan period. However, LSR will complete the processing of all loan applications that are already being handled by the fund.

LSR receives the Jafnvægisvogin Recognition

10. October 2025

LSR has received the Jafnvægisvogin Recognition for 2025, which was presented at a formal ceremony at the University of Iceland on October 9. This marks the sixth time that LSR has received the recognition.

Mobile phone with Evrotrust sign in screen

Evrotrust now available as a log in option

16. September 2025

LSR fund members can now use Evrotrust to log in to My Pages, which is a useful alternative especially for those who do not hold a valid Icelandic passport.

Statement and Newsletter delivered to Fund Members

12. September 2025

In the coming days, members of Division A and the LSR Private Pension will receive their statements for the first six months of the year. The statements will be accompanied by LSR’s newsletter along with information about the fund’s performance last year.

Choose your private pension fund wisely

14. July 2025

Private pension savings are among the best savings options available, as employers contribute an additional 2% of your salary into the fund. Choosing the right fund matters, because some charge significant fees.

LSR's 2024 Sustainability Report Published

2. July 2025

LSR has now published its first sustainability report, which provides a detailed overview of the fund’s sustainability activities in 2024. The report covers both the fund’s investment portfolio and internal operations.

More Powerful Pension Calculator

12. May 2025

LSR’s pension calculator for Division A has been updated, allowing fund members to now calculate the impact of taking half-pension benefits before transitioning to full pension. Members can also see how their pension entitlements develop if they choose to continue working while receiving full pension payments.