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Retirement Minimum Estimated at $1.46M According to Study

A recent study by Northwestern Mutual indicates that Americans believe they need approximately $1.46 million to retire comfortably. This figure represents a $200,000 increase from the previous year, highlighting concerns over inflation and longer lifespans. The study also reveals that 46% of Americans doubt their financial preparedness for retirement, while 48% are concerned about outliving their savings. Notably, many individuals have less than a year of income saved for retirement, raising questions about the adequacy of these projections.