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Millennials and Gen Z are going to have to save $3 million in order to retire comfortably by age 65.
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While some financial advisors and speculative articles suggest $3 million as a target for a comfortable retirement, there is no official consensus or empirical requirement stating that Millennials and Gen Z "have to" save exactly this amount.

Why

The $3 million figure is a subjective financial planning goal often used to account for long-term inflation, rising healthcare costs, and the loss of traditional pension stability, but actual retirement needs vary significantly based on individual lifestyle, location, and other income sources like Social Security.

Judged as of Jul 2, 2026— the video's publish date

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