Tag: retirement income

U.S. Social Security Faces Funding Shortfalls; Annuities as Income Supplements

Social Security in the U.S. faces funding challenges that may reduce retirement benefits by 2033. Annuities provide guaranteed supplemental income and help mitigate longevity risk for retirees.

Strategies to Supplement Social Security Benefits for Retirement Income

Explore key strategies U.S. retirees can use to supplement Social Security benefits, including 401(k) and IRA withdrawals, continued employment, and annuities for stable retirement income.

Evolving 401(k) Features Aim to Support Retirees with Flexible Withdrawals and Annuities

Explore how evolving 401(k) plan features like flexible withdrawals and annuity options are shaping retirement income strategies amid changing demographics and regulations.

Study Finds Retirees Often Too Conservative with Savings, Impacting Enjoyment

Many retirees spend only 2% of their savings annually, half the recommended 4% withdrawal rate, potentially limiting retirement enjoyment. Understanding retirement phases and adjusting spending can enhance retirees’ quality of life.

Vanguard and TIAA Launch Lifetime Income Trusts for Retirement Security

Vanguard and TIAA introduce Target Retirement Lifetime Income Trusts integrating fixed annuities into target-date funds to address retirement income security. Available 2026.

Emerging Tech and Venture Capital Transform U.S. Retirement Income and Financial Services

Explore how venture capital and technology firms are reshaping U.S. retirement income solutions and financial services with scalable, Secure 2.0–aligned innovations.

Vanguard Launches Target-Date Fund with Embedded Annuity to Enhance Retirement Income

Vanguard introduces Target Retirement Lifetime Income funds integrating annuities to simplify predictable retirement income for 401(k) investors, amid rising demand for income-focused retirement solutions.

Rising Annuity Sales Reflect Changing U.S. Retirement Income Strategies

Annuity sales surge as U.S. retirees shift from pensions to personal savings amid rising interest rates and economic uncertainty. Financial advisors play key role in guiding retirement income strategies.

South Korea to Let Policyholders Access Death Benefits as Retirement Income

South Korea introduces life insurance reforms allowing policyholders aged 55+ to access death benefits as retirement income, addressing elderly poverty and expanding senior care market opportunities.

Annuities in Retirement Planning: Addressing Complexity and Enhancing Security

Explore the role of annuities in U.S. retirement planning, their complexity, advisor challenges, and their benefits for income security and lifestyle integration.