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The 2026 midterm elections are still weeks away, but for many investors, financial anxiety has arrived early. New data from the Nationwide Retirement Institute reveals a nation of investors bracing for impact, split by party and generation, while …

Half of GLP-1 users worry they may have to choose between paying for their medication and saving enough for retirement.Nearly six in 10 (59%) say the expected health benefits of GLP-1s make them feel less pressure to increase their retirement …

Gen Z is hustling to get ahead: 68% looked for higher-paying jobs or additional income in the past year, while 50% earned money beyond their primary income source. Financial pressures are keeping Gen Z focused on today: Almost half worry about their …

Columbus, OH – Despite widespread political divisions, Americans across political party lines largely agree that Social Security needs reform. According to the Nationwide Retirement Institute’s 2026 Social Security Survey, 80% of U.S. adults who …

Key takeawaysWhile three quarters of non-retired investors are concerned about a recession, a growing number are planning to take advantage of investment opportunities nowThis mix of action and anxiety creates risk for three in ten non-retired …

Key takeaways84% say the American Dream is now more about financial stability than building wealth.Americans are leaning toward financial protection over growth as economic pressures reshape priorities.While 70% expect to improve their finances, …

For many women investors, retirement planning feels less certain than it once did. A recent survey from the Nationwide Retirement Institute found that while women are thinking seriously about retirement, market volatility and recession fears are …

Columbus, OH – For women investors, the relationship with their financial advisor is largely a positive one. Most say they feel heard, valued and treated the same as their male counterparts. But new data from the Nationwide Retirement Institute …

Retirement planning often begins with dreams of travel and personal fulfillment. However, beneath those aspirations lies a far more consequential issue for families: how and when to talk about money. As trillions of dollars shift to the next …

Columbus, OH – As the largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history gets underway and Baby Boomers advance deeper into their retirement journey, a striking generational divide is emerging. Younger investors actively want a financial advisor …

Columbus, OH – As the dreaded April 15 tax deadline approaches, most Americans find themselves forced to focus on one of their least favorite tasks of the year: filing their taxes. According to a new Advisor Authority study powered by the Nationwide …

Small and mid-market business owners are navigating a challenging economic environment marked by inflation, high interest rates, and workforce pressures—and many are doing so without the guidance of a financial advisor. A new survey of small and …

The dream of life in retirement likely looks the same for many working Americans: stress-free days, the freedom to set their own schedule and plenty of time for travel. However, some who retired in the last five years are facing an uncomfortable …

Columbus, OH – For millions of Americans who retired in the last five years, the transition from earning a paycheck to living off savings brings an uncomfortable reality check: many wish they did things differently, according to a new Advisor …

COLUMBUS, Ohio – As 2026 begins, a recent survey from the Nationwide Retirement Institute (NRI) reveals a surprising generational divide in retirement planning. Younger workers – Gen Z and Millennials – are starting to save earlier, engaging more …

Columbus, OH - Suddenly at the doorstep of retirement, Gen X investors (aged 45-60) are at a crossroads. Despite their proximity to retirement, the prospect of exiting the workforce has largely ‘snuck up’ on this cohort, according to a new …

For many Gen Xers, retirement is fast approaching – but a surprising number feel caught off guard by this looming milestone, leaving them feeling uncertain about their future prospects.According to a new survey from the Nationwide Retirement …

Survey highlights:Americans face health care premium pressures which are leading to cuts in medical and preventative careThis pressure and resulting behaviors could impact long-term financial security, fueling retirement anxietyThese challenges are …

Columbus, Ohio – High inflation, market volatility, potential Social Security cuts and lengthening lifespans have investors grappling with unprecedented anxiety about financial security in retirement – but those who own an annuity are feeling …

As we celebrate Long-Term Care Awareness Month, chances are you know someone who is currently serving as a caregiver – and if you’ve never experienced caregiving personally, you may not understand the mental, physical end economic tolls this …

Economic volatility may seem like the new normal for investors, but that doesn’t mean they are any less worried about its impact. According to a recent Advisor Authority survey from Nationwide, inflation (44%), the rising cost of living (23%) and …

Columbus, Ohio – Millennials are facing an unprecedented financial squeeze: a staggering 58% feel like they have to choose between homeownership and retirement security, according to a new Advisor Authority study, powered by the Nationwide …

Move over avocado toast, there’s a new reason Millennial investors feel they can’t buy a home – and it’s one that’s much more concerning.According to a new survey from Nationwide, a staggering 58% of Millennials feel forced to choose between …

Columbus, OH – Pre-retiree investors (aged 55-65) are at the doorstep of retirement, yet the state of the economy is making them question whether retirement is even in their future. According to a new Advisor Authority study, powered by the …

Columbus, OH – A dangerous myth is exposing millions of American families to financial risk: 58% believe Medicare will cover long-term care (LTC) expenses, according to the 2025 Nationwide Retirement Institute Long-Term Care survey of U.S. adults …

Columbus, OH – Despite just beginning their careers, many American Gen Z investors (aged 18-28) are already evaluating their retirement prospects – and many feel uneasy about their financial futures. A new Advisor Authority study, powered by the …

Columbus, OH – For many Americans, being single in retirement was not part of their life’s plan. Yet millions will face their second act without a partner, adding financial strain to this significant life transition, according to a new Advisor …

Columbus, OH – Financial professionals have long understood the value of annuities when it comes to protecting their clients’ assets and generating retirement income. Now, they’re discovering another benefit – annuities are helping them create …

Columbus, OH – Women of all ages planning for retirement are grappling with an uncomfortable reality: Economic uncertainty and family caregiving responsibilities may be impacting their ability to retire with financial security. A new Advisor …

For many Americans, the ideal picture of life in retirement includes relaxation, travel and embracing hobbies they were too busy to previously enjoy. But after living through the last few years of economic uncertainty and inflation, many are facing …