Half of American private-sector workers now save in 401(k) plans. New federal laws and state mandates drive unprecedented ...

Key Takeaways An after-tax 401 (k) contribution allows you to deposit more than the $23,000 pretax limit for 2024 ($30,500 for those age 50 or older).

But earning a higher salary can help you save more, as long as you increase your contributions along with your income. So it ...

Americans are saving more for retirement than ever before. Vanguard’s new report shows that in 2024, the average 401(k) ...

Is all hell about to break loose in your 401 (k)? Encouraging risky investments like crypto and private equity could push the envelope By Beth Pinsker Published: May 29, 2025, 3:22 p.m. ET Share ...

Americans set aside a record-high portion of their paycheck in their 401(k) accounts last year, according to Vanguard.

Despite economic pressures, 401(k) plan sponsors continued to move forward in 2024, leveraging the power of automatic solutions to help drive savings and participation rates to all-time highs.

The average 401(k) savings rate is at record-high levels, according to a Vanguard report. See how the current rate compares ...

More than half of employees rely primarily on their 401(k) plan provider for retirement and financial planning advice.

Social Security privatization refers to proposed changes to the current Social Security system. If adopted, privatization ...

Today, the typical 401 (k) plan does not offer a way to convert savings into consistent monthly income that is guaranteed for a retiree’s lifetime - despite 401 (k) plans being the dominant form ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A growing number of Americans are withdrawing money early from their 401(k) retirement accounts as financial emergencies mount, according to a new report. A Wall Street ...