It's the highest Gallup has found since first asking Americans this question in 1991, when the age was 57. It was 59 and 60 for the years between 2002 and 2012.
A study about small businesses showed wide-spread satisfaction among sponsors who offer qualified retirement plans in the small-plan market, particularly if they work with a financial professional.
Judy Diamond Associates looked at the average scores for 401(k) plans in 20 different industry classifications and discovered a 38 percent gap in the average score between the top ranking group and the lowest ranking group.
On average, the centenarians who were polled in the 100@100 survey say they feel just 83 years old, while on average, the 65-year-old baby boomers polled say they feel 55 years old on average.
The Bipartisan Policy Center has announced the launch of a new Personal Savings Initiative to address the future of Social Security amid evidence that fewer Americans are accumulating sufficient savings for retirement.
The Canadian government's proposal for its new hybrid pension plan is receiving mixed reviews, with some pension experts in favor and labor groups opposed.
Many Americans do not plan before they decide to retire, and they do not have clear strategies for handling risks, leaving them vulnerable to financial shocks later in life.