This near-7% rule looks better for retirees than the 4% rule

By Dhallo News · August 31, 2026 at 10:23 PM IST

Source: MarketWatch - Top Stories

The recent bad news from the turmoil in the bond market — which has seen long-term interest rates rising to multidecade highs — is also good news for those nearing or in retirement.

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This near-7% rule looks better for retirees than the 4% rule

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