Gen X Women’s Retirement Goals
As retirement planning continues to evolve, financial attitudes and goals reflect the changing dynamics of generational priorities, economic realities, and cultural influences. A striking example of this can be found in the findings from Northwestern Mutual’s Planning & Progress Study, which reveal that Gen X...
Women Entrepreneurs Need a Path to Financial Freedom
Entrepreneurship offers women a unique path to financial independence and empowerment. Many women entrepreneurs in America have achieved significant success, but they also face unique challenges—particularly regarding long-term financial security. Women who carve their professional paths—out of necessity or ambition—face a series of distinct financial challenges....
Obstacles Single Women Entrepreneurs Face with Retirement Planning
Retirement planning is a critical to financial well-being for everyone, but for single women who own or lead businesses, the road to retirement can be more complex and filled with unique challenges. Unlike traditional employees who might have employer-sponsored retirement plans, entrepreneurs often bear the sole...
The Rise of Female Boomers in the Market
As Baby Boomers continue to age, a significant demographic shift occurs: the future Boomer consumer will increasingly skew females. This trend is driven by women's longer life expectancy, leading them to dominate the Boomer consumer segment. The Demographic Shift Women have a longer life expectancy than men,...
Why Women Trail Behind in Retirement Savings
Saving for retirement is important for financial stability in the future. However, there is a big difference between how much men and women save for retirement savings. A survey found that nearly 70 percent of people think men save more money than women. Understanding the reasons...
Celebrating Single Working Women
As societies around the world progress, they are slowly but surely erasing the age-old stigma associated with single and/or working women. However, they still face numerous challenges in the workplace and society. Single Working Women’s Week celebrates the resilience, strength, and achievements of single women...
Retirement Anxiety More Pronounced Among Millennials and Gen X
Retirement anxiety is a shared experience across generations, but it’s particularly pronounced among Millennials and Gen Xers. You're not alone if you’re feeling cynical about attaining financial security in retirement. Why Millennials and Gen X are so concerned about Retirement According to the 2024 Annual Retirement Study...
Enhancing Pension Plans: Strategies for America’s Retirement Crisis
As the landscape of retirement planning continues to evolve, it's becoming increasingly evident that many Americans are facing significant challenges in preparing for their golden years, particularly with the decline in traditional pension plans. With the shift away from traditional pension plans towards individual retirement accounts...
The Financial Literacy Gap for Women
When it comes to personal finance and wealth building, women face a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Women still report lower confidence levels than men in managing their cash flow and debt, allocating investments, and planning for retirement. This highlights the importance of bridging...
Modern Women’s Financial Wellness in 2024
In the symphony of modern life, women don't just play a part—they compose the melody. As architects of their destinies, women face a myriad of roles and responsibilities, from conquering career summits to nurturing the future, all contributing to Women's Financial Wellness. Yet, in the pursuit...