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Germany is considering raising its retirement age to 70. Could the U.S. follow?
Saturday, June 27, 2026
**Germany Considers Raising Retirement Age to 70**
Germany is considering a gradual increase in its retirement age to 70 by 2092. The proposal aims to address the country's pension system funding challenges. The U.S. Social Security system faces similar long-term funding pressures, though experts note that raising the retirement age alone would not fully resolve the funding gap. Both countries must evaluate demographic trends, workforce participation rates, and alternative policy options to sustain their retirement systems.