Inflation-proof your retirement: Retirees reveal concerns around their savings

By Alyssa Place, This is my expertise
Published 3 Min Read

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Americans’ financial situation still feels tenuous, and for those living off their accumulated savings in retirement, it’s looking especially bleak

According to Schroders’ 2024 U.S. Retirement Survey, more than a third of current retirees are convinced they do not have enough savings, and a quarter are unsure if their savings will last them through retirement. Inflation was the main factor, with 89% feeling that their assets have lost value because of the economy, while 85% shared that healthcare was more expensive than anticipated. 

Alyssa Place
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Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio


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