Retired From G.M. at 54. Pensionless at 74?

G.M. has offered early retirement to tens of thousands of workers, raising questions about the fund’s viability.

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Retired At 54. Pensionless At 74?

G.M. has offered early retirement to tens of thousands of workers, raising questions about the fund’s viability.

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Has G.M. Overextended Its Pension Fund?

General Motors offered tens of thousands of workers early retirement in its rush to downsize, raising questions about the long-term strength of its pension plan.

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Target-Date Funds: Seven Questions to Ask Before Jumping In

Though target-date funds have been criticized recently, the concept is still valid for some investors. The key is finding the right fit.

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Picking the Right Target-Date Fund

Though target-date funds have been criticized recently, the concept is still valid for some investors. The key is finding the right fit.

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Et Tu, AARP? Good Guys Cut 401(k)s, Too

The AARP saving cash by cutting the match to its 401(k) plan is akin to the Teamsters hiring nonunion labor.

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Et Tu, AARP? Even the Good Guys Suspend the 401(k) Match

For the AARP to save cash by cutting the match to its 401(k) retirement plan is like the Teamsters hiring nonunion labor.

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French Minister Says Retirement Age Will Rise

Until recently, altering the retirement age had been taboo for a government wary of stirring up unions irked by job losses and moves to introduce market discipline into state structures.

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A Bead on Ordinary Investors

Once promoted as a safe way for unsophisticated investors to glide to a safe landing in retirement, target-date mutual funds are being criticized for heavy losses.

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Target-Date Mutual Funds May Miss Their Mark

Once promoted as a safe way for unsophisticated investors to glide to a safe landing in retirement, target-date mutual funds are being criticized for heavy losses.

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