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Money Guy Show — The 401(k) Numbers Are Lying to You
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The 401(k) Numbers Are Lying to You

Money Guy Show

⁠⁠⁠⁠Record-high 401(k) balances may make retirement savers feel like they are finally getting ahead—but the numbers could be creating false confidence. Vanguard’s latest retirement savings data shows median 401(k) balances rising sharply, while much of that growth appears tied to strong stock market returns rather…

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