Investment Insights
2025 Global Retirement Survey, The Road to Better Outcomes
November 2025
Explore the latest findings from our sixth annual Global Retirement Survey, The Road to Better Outcomes, capturing the perspectives of over 4,000 defined contribution (DC) plan members and retirees across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
AUTHORS
Jonathan Barry
Senior Managing Director,
Strategy and Insights Group
Jeri Savage
Retirement Lead Strategist,
Strategy and Insights Group
Insights to Help Drive Better Retirement Outcomes
Explore the latest findings from our sixth annual Global Retirement Survey, The Road to Better Outcomes, capturing the perspectives of over 4,000 defined contribution (DC) plan members and retirees across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
This year’s report uncovers trends shaping retirement readiness and member sentiment, including:
- Declining retirement confidence across generations and regions
- Diverse advice-seeking behaviors, with generational and geographic nuances
- A growing gap between retirement expectations and reality
Whether you’re a plan sponsor, consultant, or investment professional, these insights can help you consider targeted approaches to meet evolving member needs and improve retirement confidence.
Download the full report to access:
- Country-by-country comparisons
- Generational breakdowns
- Member and retiree confidence trends
- Actionable takeaways
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