How life expectancy expectations shape retirement saving habits
A new TIAA Institute report finds workers who misjudge life expectancy are less likely to save, putting long-term retirement security at risk.
Retirement
Employees can invest alternative assets into their 401(k)s. Here’s what to know
The Department of Labor issued a safe harbor rule protecting benefit leaders as they navigate the added risk to retirement planning.
Millions lose track of their retirement savings. This plan wants to change that
A new clearinghouse proposal would auto-transfer retirement accounts, reducing lost savings and simplifying rollovers across employers.
Benefits Think Roth catch-up contributions are in effect: Here are plan sponsors’ next steps
A retirement expert offers step-by-step guidance to ensure compliance with the new rule.
Hardship withdrawals hit record high, underscoring retirement risks
Many families are using 401(k) funds to cover short-term needs, potentially limiting options for future care needs.
How does your state rank in retirement savings?
A new SmartAsset study finds that retirement savings vary widely by state in 2026. See how your state ranks.
The 1% difference that can boost your retirement savings
A new J.P. Morgan report finds most Americans haven't calculated retirement needs, but small, consistent changes in saving can make a big difference.
Trump unveils $1K federal match to target retirement savings gap
President Donald Trump unveiled a federal plan offering government-backed retirement accounts with a $1,000 annual match for workers without employer-sponsored plans.
One setback could derail many Americans’ retirement plans
Despite steady saving in 401(k)s and IRAs, many Americans are one financial setback away from falling short of retirement goals, a new index shows.
Child care surpasses retirement as top work perk
With rising costs and limited employer support, working parents say reliable child care is critical to productivity, retention and career stability.
3 issues shaping the future of retirement planning: Morningstar
The focus of retirement planning is shifting, according to Morningstar experts, moving away from simple saving toward bespoke decumulation strategies and guaranteed lifetime income solutions.
Benefits Think How to close America’s growing retirement divide
Dayforce's global head of sustainability and impact shares multiple ways for employers to help workers reverse negative retirement trends.
Rising health costs outpace Social Security for retirees
As costs for care balloon, benefit leaders and employees should be proactive about their retirement saving strategies.
JPMorgan, Bank of America are matching workers’ Trump account contributions
Chime Financial and BlackRock are among the other companies that have also promised to match the government's contribution.
TIAA lays out plan to close gaps in retirement system
A new policy roadmap urges employers and lawmakers to expand retirement access and lifetime income options.
Gen Z and millennials surpass older generations on retirement readiness
A new report from Nationwide reveals the generational differences when it comes to retirement strategies
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Benefits Think 1 in 3 employees is tapping their retirement savings
Benefit leaders can help by refreshing workers on financially-beneficial offerings, promoting liquid savings and connecting them with education resources.
Benefits Think Stop loosely using the word fiduciary
The opportunity ahead is about building the same kind of thoughtful, documented, process-driven governance in health care that transformed retirement plans.
Jamie Greenleaf
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