Fidelity Investment Retirement Study

Published: Mar. 25, 2026 at 1:05 PM CDT

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Americans are rethinking what retirement really looks like. A new Fidelity study finds more than 70 percent expect to retire on their own terms, with many opting for a flexible transition instead of fully stepping away from work. So, what does this new retirement playbook look like, and how can you start planning for it now? Joining us now to discuss is Sham Ganglani, Retirement Distributions Leader at Fidelity Investments.

Watch the video to see Ganglani’s answers to the following questions:

  • How are Americans reimagining how retirement is defined?
  • What is causing Americans to adopt this new perspective?
  • Paint the picture: what does a phased approach actually look like?
  • What concrete steps can people take to put their retirement plan into motion?
  • Where can people go to get more help with their retirement planning?

For more information visit: Fidelity.com/RetirementPlanning

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