Listen "Episode 24: How Are Current Demographic and Economic Trends Shaping the Future of Social Security and Retirement Security?"
Episode Synopsis
NBER President and MIT Professor James Poterba discussed current demographic and economic trends and the challenges they pose for the future of retirement security. He provides an update on the current condition of Social Security, what a low return environment means for retirement savings, the importance of financial education, and why designing lifetime income solutions can be complicated.
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