Data shows that 401(k) savers in their mid-40s to mid-50s don't have a ton of money socked away. If you feel you're behind on savings at that stage of your career, it's important to make changes.

Key Points A 54-year-old with $4M in a 401(k) has eight times the average balance for people in their 50s. The rule of 55 ...

Thinking about quizzing your friends and family on their 401(k) plan balances? Doing so could help you evaluate your own retirement savings efforts, but it could also create some social tensions in ...

The typical American has less than $40,000 saved for retirement in a 401(k). If you want to boost your savings, be strategic with your spending, especially when it comes to big expenses. Also make ...

Ali Hussain has a background that consists of a career in finance with large financial institutions and in journalism covering business. MoMo Productions / Getty Images The average 401(k) balance for ...

Contributing to a 401(k) is one of the most effective ways to save for retirement, but it can be tough to know how much to save. Everyone's retirement goals will differ, and there's no single target ...

Fidelity Investments says the average balance of its 401(k) plan accounts rose to a record high of $84,300 at the end of the third quarter. That is an increase of 11.1% from last year, according to ...

During the third quarter of the year, 401(k) balances rose substantially from the previous quarter. Stock market gains were a likely contributor. There are steps you can take to boost your 401(k) ...

The average Gen Zer has a 401(k) balance of $13,500, the lowest of any generation. But they've started saving earlier than ...

Many 401(k) savers benefited by not giving into panic earlier in 2025. Cash on the sidelines can help retirees and those nearing retirement avoid panicking in a stock market meltdown. The average ...