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United Quest℠ Card Review (2026.4 Update: 100k Offer)

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3 April 2026

United Quest℠ Card Review (2026.4 Update: 100k Offer)

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2026.4 Update: The new welcome offer is 100k. Offer ends on 2026.5.20. Also, there’s a new benefit added on all UA cobranded cards: 10% off on UA award flights. For the no fee card UA Gateway card, you need to spend $10k in a calendar year to get this benefit, while for all other UA cobranded cards with an annual fee, you get this benefit as long as you hold the card.

2026.1 Update: The new welcome offer is 90k. Offer ends on 2026.4.1.

2025.6 Update: The new welcome offer is 110k! This is the best ever offer on this card. [2025.8 Update] The welcome offer is now lowered to 80k.

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Benefits

100k offer: earn 90,000 United miles after spending $4,000 in 3 months. Earn 10,000 more miles when you add an authorized user in the first 3 months. That’s 100k miles in total. The recent best offer is 110k.

We value UA miles at 1.5 cents (Airline Miles Value). So the 110k highest welcome offer is worth about $1,650! See A Beginner’s Guide to UA Miles to check for details about UA Miles.

Earn 4x UA miles on United; earn 2x UA miles on travel, restaurants, and select streaming services; earn 1x UA mile per dollar spent on all other purchases.

[New] $200 United TravelBank cash: Automatically receive $200 in United TravelBank cash after account opening and annually on your account anniversary. This benefit replaced the previous $125 credit on United purchases.

[New] Annual 10,000-mile award flight discount: Starting with your first anniversary and every anniversary thereafter, you’ll get a 10,000-mile discount to use toward an eligible award flight. This benefit replaced the previous two 5,000-mile anniversary award flight credits.

[New] Earn a 10,000-mile award flight discount after spending $20,000 each calendar year.

[New] There are various coupons on this card now, see next section below.

[New] 10% off on UA award flights.

First and second checked bag free on United flights when purchasing tickets (or paying the tax and fees for award tickets) with this card..

Group 2 boarding on United flights when purchasing tickets (or paying the tax and fees for award tickets) with this card.

Earn 25% back on in flight purchases.

Get 25% bonus miles on MileagePlus X purchases.

More award availability (XN cabin) with this card.

Up to $100 Global Entry or TSA Pre✓® Fee Credit.

With this card, you can redeem your UA miles towards annual fee at a fixed ratio 1.60 cents/point.

Primary car rental insurance.

No foreign transaction fee.

Refer a friend (targeted): You can earn 5,000 bonus UA miles for every approved account you refer, up to a maximum of 10 approved referrals (50,000 UA miles) per calendar year.

Various Coupons

$150 Renowned Hotels and Resorts credit: Receive up to $150 back in statement credits each anniversary year on hotel accommodations when you prepay directly through Renowned Hotels and Resorts with this card.

$80 Avis/Budget credit: Receive $40 in United TravelBank cash, up to $80 each anniversary year, for your 1st and 2nd Avis or Budget car rental booked directly through cars.united.com and paid for with this card.

$100 rideshare credit: Enroll to receive up to $100 back as statement credits each calendar year on rideshare purchases when paying with this card: $8 back as a statement credit each month from January through November and up to $12 back for the month of December. Yearly opt-in is required.

$180 Instacart credit: Receive one $10 Instacart credit and one $5 Instacart credit monthly, up to $180 total each calendar year, for purchases made directly through Instacart with this card. Terms apply. Benefits end 12/31/27.

$150 JSX credit: Get up to $150 back as a statement credit each anniversary year when you book flights directly with JSX using this card. JSX is a hop-on jet service that offers a semi-private flying experience at commercial fares.

Disadvantage

[New] Annual fee $350, NOT waived for the first year.

Recommended Application Time

[5/24 Rule] If you have 5 or more new accounts opened in the past 24 months, Chase will not approve your application on this card, no matter how high your credit score is. The number of new accounts includes all credit card accounts, not only Chase accounts. See this post for details about how to possibly bypass this rule.

You are not eligible for this sign-up bonus if you received a sign-up bonus on this card within 24 months. Note that what matters here is the time you got the sign-up bonus, not the time you opened or closed the account.

Don’t apply for more than 2 Chase credit cards within 30 days, or it’s highly likely that you will get rejected.

We recommend you to apply for this card after you have a credit history for more than a year.

Summary

The sign-up bonus on this card is very nice, so it is worth applying. However, this card has become a coupon book. If you fly United a lot, then $200 United TravelBank cash plus 10,000-mile award flight discount (about ~$150 in value) can somewhat offset the $350 annual fee. If you can further take advantage of a coupon like the $150 Renowned Hotels and Resorts coupon, then you can get more than the annual fee. If you hate spending time on this kind of thing, you can consider downgrading it to the no fee Chase United Gateway card after one year.

Benefits before 2025.3.24

70k offer: earn 70,000 United miles + 500 Premier qualifying points after spending $4,000 in 3 months. The recent best offer is 90k.

We value UA miles at 1.5 cents (Airline Miles Value). So the 90k highest sign-up bonus is worth about $1,350! See A Beginner’s Guide to UA Miles to check for details about UA Miles.

Earn 3x UA miles on United; earn 2x UA miles on travel, restaurants, and select streaming services; earn 1x UA mile per dollar spent on all other purchases.

Each year (card membership year), receive a $125 credit on United purchases.

Starting from the first anniversary, receive two 5,000-mile anniversary award flight credits each year (card membership year). They will expire if you don’t use them.

First and second checked bag free on United flights when purchasing tickets (or paying the tax and fees for award tickets) with this card..

Group 2 boarding on United flights when purchasing tickets (or paying the tax and fees for award tickets) with this card.

Earn 25% back on in flight purchases.

Get 25% bonus miles on MileagePlus X purchases.

More award availability (XN cabin) with this card.

Up to $100 Global Entry or TSA Pre✓® Fee Credit.

With this card, you can redeem your UA miles towards annual fee at a fixed ratio 1.60 cents/point.

Primary car rental insurance.

No foreign transaction fee.

Refer a friend (targeted): You can earn 5,000 bonus UA miles for every approved account you refer, up to a maximum of 10 approved referrals (50,000 UA miles) per calendar year.

Annual fee $250, NOT waived for the first year.

Related Credit Cards

Chase UA Gateway Chase UA Explorer Chase UA Business Chase UA Quest Chase UA Club Chase UA Club Business

Annual Fee 0 $150 $150 $350 $695 $695

Various Credits – $100 United Hotels credit; $60 Rideshare credit; $50 Avis/Budget credit; etc. $100 United Hotels credit; $100 Rideshare credit; $50 Avis/Budget credit; etc. $200 United TravelBank cash; 10,000-mile award flight discount; $150 Renowned Hotels and Resorts credit; $100 Rideshare credit; $80 Avis/Budget credit; etc. $200 Renowned Hotels and Resorts credit; $150 Rideshare credit; $100 Avis/Budget credit; etc. $200 Renowned Hotels and Resorts credit; $100 Avis/Budget credit; $150 Rideshare credit; etc.

Recommended Downgrade Options

After Applying

Call 800-436-7927 to check Chase application status. This is an automated telephone line, and the information has the following meanings: Receive decision in 2 weeks means your application is probably approved; Receive decision in 7-10 days means your application is probably rejected; Receive decision in 30 days simply means your application requires further review and there’s nothing to tell you for now.

Historical Offers Chart

Note: Sometimes there are offers such as 80k+20k on this card, but the spending requirement for the latter part is huge. Therefore, we don’t treat them as sign-up bonus; instead, we treat them as spending bonus.

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Various Credits	–	$100 United Hotels credit; $60 Rideshare credit; $50 Avis/Budget credit; etc.	$100 United Hotels credit; $100 Rideshare credit; $50 Avis/Budget credit; etc.	$200 United TravelBank cash; 10,000-mile award flight discount; $150 Renowned Hotels and Resorts credit; $100 Rideshare credit; $80 Avis/Budget credit; etc.	$200 Renowned Hotels and Resorts credit; $150 Rideshare credit; $100 Avis/Budget credit; etc.	$200 Renowned Hotels and Resorts credit; $100 Avis/Budget credit; $150 Rideshare credit; etc.

If I Started Investing In Pakistan, This Is What I'd Do (Complete Investing Guide)

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Starting your investment journey in Pakistan can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this complete guide, I’m breaking down everything I’ve learned over 8 years of investing in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) into a simple, step-by-step format that anyone can follow.

Whether you’ve been saving money but don’t know where to invest it, or you’re curious about the stock market but afraid to take the first step, this video is for you. I’ll walk you through the entire process—from understanding why investing matters to actually buying your first stock live on camera.

What You’ll Learn:

– Why investing is crucial to protect your money from inflation and build real wealth through compounding

– The shocking difference between invested vs non-invested money over 20 years (the numbers will surprise you)

– Three ways to invest in PSX: Mutual Funds, ETFs, and Individual Stocks—which one is right for you?

– How to open a brokerage account (Aasan Account vs Normal Account explained)

– When you should actually start investing (hint: not everyone is ready yet)How much money you should invest based on your financial situation

– Live demonstration of buying your first stock on mobile—I’ll show you exactly how easy it is

– 8 years of hard-earned lessons, mistakes, and tips to help you avoid common pitfalls

Key Topics Covered:
* Understanding inflation and how it silently destroys your purchasing power
* The power of compounding returns over decades
* Mutual funds vs ETFs vs individual stocks comparison
* Opening your CDC account and choosing the right broker
* Emergency funds and debt management before investing
* Boom and bust cycles in Pakistan’s market
* Shariah-compliant investment options
* Diversification strategies for beginners
* Index investing for new investors
* How to avoid blind investing and rumors

This isn’t a get-rich-quick scheme. The stock market is a long-term wealth-building tool that requires patience, continuous learning, and delayed gratification. But if you’re willing to put in the effort, it has the potential to genuinely change your financial future.

I started with just PKR 8,000 eight years ago. Today, I’m sharing everything I wish someone had told me back then. No complicated jargon, no confusing terms, just practical, actionable advice you can implement immediately.
If you’ve been sitting on savings and wondering how to make your money work for you, this is your sign to start. Let’s build wealth together, one smart decision at a time.

Important Links:

Free 4-Step Guide to Financial Stability:
Paisay Kaisay release :
ETFs vs Mutual Funds :
Investing Masterclass :

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s get more people financially literate, one video at a time.

Chapters:

00:00 How To Start Investing In Pakistan?
00:36 What, Why, How, What and Where Of Investing
01:00 Why You Need To Invest?
01:13 How Inflation Works?
02:56 Inflation Vs Compounding (Purchasing Power)
04:40 How Does Stock Market Works?
05:35 What Should You Invest In?
05:45 How Mutual Funds Work?
06:47 How ETFs Work?
07:26 How To Buy Stocks In Pakistan?
08:42 What To Expect From Stock Market (Don’t Skip This)
10:02 How To Invest In KSE100 or KMI30 Index?
11:02 How Many People In Pakistan Invest In Stocks?
12:16 When & How Much Money Should You Invest In Stocks?
14:40 How To Buy Your First Stock (Live Stock Buying)
15:18 My Own 8 Years Experience as a Retail Investor (Important To Watch)

I’m Ammar Siddiqui, and I create content about financial literacy and personal agency for Pakistanis who want to take control of their financial future. My approach is simple, I share what I’ve learned, what’s worked for me, and what hasn’t. No fluff, just real talk about money, mindset, and building wealth in Pakistan.

I’m also writing “Paisay Kaisay,” a 5-book series designed to teach financial literacy to kids—because changing our financial future starts with the next generation.

DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. I am not a licensed financial advisor. All investment decisions should be made based on your own research and consultation with qualified financial professionals. Investing in the stock market carries risks, including the potential loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Please do your own due diligence before making any investment decisions.

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Bloom Energy (BE) Stock Has Surged on $110 Oil. Is There Still Room to Run?

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A barrel of oil recently topped $110 — up about $35 from the price a year ago. That price is also up about 50% from last month’s price of roughly $74.

Consumers focus more on the price they pay, and the national average price of a gallon of gas recently topped $4, with diesel jumping to $5.55 a gallon. Those prices are up from $2.98 and $3.76, respectively, on Feb. 28, before Israel and the United States struck Iran.

Image source: Getty Images.

These sharp moves have investors worrying about what it all means for their stocks. Consider, for example, Bloom Energy (BE +2.40%). Bloom’s stock has averaged annual gains of 89% over the past three years and is up 573% over the past year (as of April 1). But over the past month? It’s trading down 15%.

A key reason for that is likely the stock’s valuation, which is in nosebleed territory, with a recent price-to-sales ratio of 14, well above the five-year average of 3. The stock has soared in part because of the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI), which has led to the proliferation of data centers to handle AI processing.

Today’s Change

(2.40%) $3.18

Current Price

$135.63

Key Data Points

Market Cap

$38B

Day’s Range

$123.16 – $137.28

52wk Range

$15.15 – $180.90

Volume

5.6M

Avg Vol

12M

Gross Margin

30.89%

You see, Bloom Energy is a specialist in providing power to data centers via fuel cell systems. It’s alternative power, too, appealing in a time of high oil prices.

Is it a good buy now? Should you invest? Well, no one can tell where the stock (or our economy) will be a month or a year from now. Bloom Energy could keep surging on high demand, but should the market pull back, it might pull back, too, and growth stocks often fall harder. Also, the company is not hugely profitable at this point.

Still, Bloom is growing robustly, signing some big multibillion-dollar deals and boasting a hefty $20 billion backlog of orders. At a minimum, you might want to add it to your watch list.

Selena Maranjian has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Bloom Energy. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Form DEF 14A CAMDEN NATIONAL CORP For: 3 April

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Form DEF 14A CAMDEN NATIONAL CORP For: 3 April

This Week In College And Money News: April 3, 2026

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The student loan system is entering a new phase — and borrowers are being forced to adapt quickly. This week, millions of borrowers received notice that it’s time to move on from the SAVE repayment plan, while lawmakers raised concerns about how federal loans are being managed behind the scenes.

At the same time, the government is continuing to clean up past failures in higher education, granting relief to borrowers harmed by predatory schools, while states are taking a harder look at whether certain college degrees are worth the cost.

Here’s a quick look at the most important stories shaping higher education and student finances this week for April 3, 2026.

🎓 Headlines at a Glance

SAVE borrowers are being told to choose a new repayment plan.

Lawmakers question the shift of student loans to the Treasury Department.

Thousands of borrowers will receive automatic loan forgiveness.

States move to eliminate low-earning college programs.

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1. SAVE Borrowers Told to Choose a New Repayment Plan

The U.S. Department of Education has begun notifying millions of borrowers enrolled in the SAVE repayment plan that they will need to select a new repayment option.

The transition comes after ongoing legal battles over the program were finally settled over the outcome of the program. Borrowers who do not choose a new plan may be automatically placed into a standard repayment option.

➡️ Impact: Many borrowers could see higher monthly payments, and failing to act could result in less favorable repayment terms.

2. Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Loan Transfer to Treasury

Lawmakers are questioning the transfer of student loan collections to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, raising concerns about borrower communication, servicing quality, and oversight.

The shift is part of a broader restructuring of how federal student loans are managed.

➡️ Impact: Changes to servicing and collections could affect how borrowers receive information, manage payments, and resolve issues with their loans.

3. Thousands of Student Loan Borrowers to Receive Automatic Loan Forgiveness

The Department of Education will forgive student loans for approximately 164,000 borrowers due to old borrower defense applications tied to misconduct by certain institutions.

This relief is part of ongoing efforts to address borrower harm from schools that misled students about job outcomes, accreditation, or program quality.

➡️ Impact: While this forgiveness provides relief to affected borrowers, it also highlights the importance of evaluating school quality and outcomes before enrolling.

4. States Move to Cut Low-Earning Degree Programs

Lawmakers in Indiana approved legislation targeting college programs with low post-graduation earnings, potentially eliminating or consolidating hundreds of degree programs.

The goal is to align higher education offerings more closely with workforce outcomes and economic demand.

➡️ Impact: Students may see fewer program options in certain fields, but also more pressure to consider return on investment when choosing a major.

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Low-Earning Degrees Will Soon Lose Access to Federal Student Loans

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$180 Billion in Student Loans Are Now in Default, New Federal Data Shows

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United Airlines to Offer Basic Business Fares

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United to Offer Basic Business Fares

United Airlines increased checked bag fees today, but it also revealed that select business class passengers will soon have to start paying for some perks.

The airline is launching basic tiers for its Polaris business and premium economy cabins that come with many of the same perks, but also plenty of restrictions. These new fares will be introduced in the spring of 2026.

So what does this new Base fare look like? Here are the three tiers for Polaris fares:

As you can see, the Base fare takes away seat selection, the ability to make changes, and removes United Polaris Lounge access. Instead you get United Club access and just one checked bag. The next Standard tier gets you seat selection, two checked bags, and Polaris Lounge access. The most expensive Flexible tier is just fully refundable.

Here’s the chart for United Premium Plus with a similar three-tier setup:

In theory the new base fares should be a cheaper option, but it usually does not work that way. Most likely we will see the current fares becoming Base fares and then the higher tiers getting more expensive.

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Vancouver home sales remain nearly 32% below normal as demand stalls

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Sales remain well below typical levels, while prices show little movement as weaker condo demand contrasts with early signs of strength in detached homes

Dialled In Records launches in London focused on South Asian music in partnership with The Collective, part of Universal Music UK’s Island-EMI

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Universal Music Group UK’s Island-EMI has partnered with South Asian culture platform Dialled In to launch Dialled In Records, a new London-based label focused on developing artists coming out of South Asia and the diaspora.

The deal is structured through The Collective, an ‘entrepreneurial A&R’-focused department within Universal Music Group UK’s Island-EMI.

Dialled In Records launches with two acts. The first is Ahadadream, a producer and DJ born in Karachi, Pakistan, and one of Dialled In’s co-founders, whose production has drawn support from Skrillex, Fred again.., Four Tet, and Pete Tong. His single Bass Dhol, featuring Raf Saperra and Skrillex, is the label’s first release.

The second is Excise Dept, a New Delhi and Mumbai-based multidisciplinary collective that works at the intersection of experimental electronic music and South Asian identity, rapping and singing across multiple regional languages.

For Dialled In, which was founded five years ago by a group of South Asian entrepreneurs, curators and music professionals, the label launch comes as it now also covers live events, international touring, artist development, and cross-border collaborations.

“[Dialled in’s] take on what South Asian music is in 2026 is so refreshing -it challenges and breaks stereotypes.”

Callum Ross, The Collective/Island-EMI

Callum Ross, A&R Director, The Collective/Island-EMI, said: “Coming from an Indian family, I have always admired from afar what the Dialled In brand has meant to, and done for, South Asian culture. I knew I had to work with them in some capacity, and I’m so happy they shared my excitement about starting a record label.

“Their take on what South Asian music is in 2026 is so refreshing -it challenges and breaks stereotypes. There is a vast world of alternative, genre-bending artists across South Asia and the diasporas who are pushing boundaries. The mission is for Dialled In Records to bring them to the world and I can’t wait to get started.”

Dhruva Balram, Dialled In Co-founder, added: “Dialled In has always been about building the infrastructure that South Asian artists deserve but have not always had. We started as a group of friends who believed South Asian creativity could command the global stage. Now, with Dialled In Records, we have the full ecosystem to make that happen: from artist development and live platforms to recorded music and international distribution.

“This isn’t just a label launch. It’s a statement about what’s possible when you build from within the culture, with the right people, and refuse to compromise. Here, our signed artists Ahadadream and Excise Dept will shape their stories, sounds and identities on their own terms.”

“Dialled In represent the breadth and diversity of South Asia, and bring deep commitment to signing, developing and breaking artists on the global stage.”

Nicola Spokes,The Collective/Island-EMI

Nicola Spokes, Managing Director, The Collective/Island-EMI, added: “It’s incredibly exciting to launch Dialled In Records.

“Dialled In represent the breadth and diversity of South Asia, and bring deep commitment to signing, developing and breaking artists on the global stage. Launching the label is a truly special moment and I can’t wait to see what the team will achieve!”

The label launch will be celebrated at Dialled In’s 5th birthday festival on May 30, a one-day event spread across eight venues in Dalston, London, with a capacity of 3,000.

The timing comes as the music industry sharpens its focus on South Asian talent. In April last year, Warner Music Group partnered with entrepreneur and entertainment executive Anjula Acharia to launch 5 Junction, a JV label focused on discovering and nurturing US-based artists of South Asian heritage. Acharia played a pivotal role in launching Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ career in Hollywood and, according to WMG, “has long been recognized for her ability to connect talent with opportunity on a global scale”.

“This isn’t just a label launch. It’s a statement about what’s possible when you build from within the culture, with the right people, and refuse to compromise.”

Dhruva Balram, Dialled In

In 2024, Jay Mehta, Managing Director of Warner Music India, said: “It’s a big positive takeaway for us that many big US labels are now interested in signing South Asian artists.”

For UMG, the latest partnership marks the latest in a series of strategic deals involving South Asian partners and talents. In March, UMG formed an exclusive partnership with Albuquerque Records, an independent record label recently launched by Indian singer-composer Anirudh Ravichander.

In January, UMG acquired a 30% stake in Bollywood production house Excel Entertainment in January in a deal that values the company at approximately $267 million.

Other India-focused deals made by UMG over the recent years include launching a new label called Pentertainment 0075 in partnership with superstar India-based rapper Badshah; striking a strategic partnership with Hindi film production studio Maddock Films and its newly formed music label Mad For Mussic; signing a strategic partnership with India-based talent agency REPRESENT to help introduce Indian music culture to global audiences; and launching label VYRL Punjabi in association with music composer Jatinder Shah. Universal Music India and Capitol Records also teamed up in 2021 on Jason Derulo’s rework of Tesher’s global hit, Jalebi Baby, which was released in 2020.

In 2024, UMG acquired the entire catalog of UK-based South Asian music label Oriental Star Agencies (OSA Ltd.). The deal includes all of the label’s recordings, as well as publishing rights “where held.”

OSA was founded in 1966 by Muhammad Ayyub and his brothers, who had migrated from Pakistan to the UK’s West Midlands in 1961. The business began by importing records from India and Pakistan to the Birmingham area, which at that time was seeing a large number of South Asian settlers who had little in the way of South Asian entertainment in the area.

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What it takes to retire comfortably in America: Nearly $1.5 million, Northwestern Mutual says

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Year-round warm weather, hitting the links, and kicking back with the grandkids has long been the quintessential American retirement daydream. While that’s still out of reach for many Americans, most still hope and expect to retire comfortably after 40-plus years in the workforce.

But what exactly does an ideal retirement look like for Americans? According to a Northwestern Mutual report released this week, Americans think they need $1.5 million to retire comfortably. That’s a $200,000 jump from last year, showing it’s climbing faster than most workers can even save.

The study, based on a survey of 4,375 adults, found that inflation, longer life expectancies, and growing anxiety about the future of Social Security are all pushing the ideal retirement figure higher.

“The new ‘magic number’ reflects a convergence of factors—from persistent inflation and longer life expectancies to uncertainty about the future of Social Security,” John Roberts, chief field officer at Northwestern Mutual, said in a statement. “Retirement is increasingly complex, and Americans are responding by setting higher expectations for what they’ll need.”

The gap between expectation and reality

The problem with retirement savings isn’t just that the target is high. It’s that most Americans are way off from hitting it.

Federal Reserve data show that the median retirement savings for Americans aged 55 to 64 is just $185,000, and for those aged 65 to 72, it’s only $200,000. That’s only about 13% of what Americans think they need to retire comfortably, according to the Northwestern Mutual data.

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has also been outspoken about how unprepared most Americans are for retirement.

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management firm with $14 trillion in assets under management, surveyed 1,000 registered voters, asking how much they’d need to retire comfortably, and the average response was roughly $2.1 million—even more than the Northwestern Mutual study showed.

“That’s a lot. More than I was expecting,” Fink wrote in a 2025 shareholder letter. And “almost no one is close,” considering 62% of those surveyed had less than $150,000 saved for retirement (or only about 7% of what they think they need to retire comfortably).

Is $1.46 million even attainable?

For most Americans, achieving $1.46 million in retirement will depend heavily on when they start saving.

Northwestern Mutual did the math for us: assuming a 7% annual return on investments, a worker 35 years from retirement needs to save about $385 per month to reach $1.46 million. But if you wait until just 15 years out from retirement, that monthly savings amount would have to jump to more than $4,600.

The math is even tighter when you factor in that 33% of private-sector workers don’t have access to an employer-sponsored retirement account, like a 401(k), according to the National Bureau of Economic Research. Plus, 74% of Gen Z, millennials, and Gen X say they’re struggling to save for retirement because of competing financial priorities, a phenomenon Goldman Sachs calls a “financial vortex,” with 42% of younger workers who say they live paycheck to paycheck.

And it’s not a problem that’s going away, according to Goldman Sachs’ 2025 Retirement Survey & Insights report.

“The long-term reality of managing competing financial priorities remains a persistent challenge for a substantial segment of the working population, particularly for those earlier in their careers,” according to Goldman Sachs.

To be sure: “Averages are interesting, [but] the amount you actually need to save is unique to you,” according to Northwestern Mutual. “Your need will be based on what your retirement might cost.” They suggest discussing with a financial advisor what you want to do in retirement, when you plan to retire, and how long you anticipate your life expectancy to be.

Social Security isn’t the safety net it used to be

On top of Americans having to worry about saving enough money for retirement through a 401(k) or other savings accounts, there’s also a looming threat to Social Security. According to a new report from the Penn Wharton Budget Model, Social Security’s Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund is on track to run dry by 2032—just six years away. Without congressional action, beneficiaries could face cuts of up to 24% in their payments, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget.

The average Social Security retirement benefit rose to roughly $2,071 a month in 2026 following a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment. That’s a meaningful difference, but nowhere near enough to bridge a seven-figure savings gap.

Experts have also said America’s broader retirement system earns just a C-plus grade, with persistent gaps in coverage, savings adequacy, and longevity protection.

“The U.S. sits in the middle of the global rankings while countries like Australia lead the pack,” Chris Mahoney, the global retirement leader at Mercer, wrote in a March commentary for Fortune. “Without reform, more Americans risk reaching retirement without enough income—or the tools to access what they’ve saved.”

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Morgan Housel, global expert on personal finance, shares powerful lessons on Warren Buffett’s hidden struggles, Elon Musk’s sacrifices, money trauma and financial habits, how to invest wisely, and the psychology behind saving, spending, and success.

Morgan Housel is a partner at Collaborative Fund, former columnist for The Wall Street Journal, and a speaker on investing, saving, spending, and financial independence. He is also the bestselling author of books, such as: ‘The Psychology of Money’ and ‘The Art of Spending Money’.

He explains:
◼️ Why more money rarely solves unhappiness
◼️ How envy and social comparison drive overspending
◼️ Why extreme wealth often comes at the cost of health and relationships
◼️ How inflated definitions of “wealth” fuel endless consumerism
◼️ Why true happiness comes from family, friends, and health – not luxury

00:00 Intro
02:21 The Importance of Spending Money
04:31 Why Will This Podcast Make My Life Better?
07:42 Is There Something Wrong With Chasing Status?
10:14 What’s the Evolutionary Basis for This Stuff?
15:31 There’s Always a Trade-Off
17:43 Saving Addiction
19:29 Can Money Make You Happy?
24:56 Are We All Stuck in a Status Game?
29:02 Is the “Freedom” Culture Actually Making People Unhappy?
31:00 Your Favorite Form of Saving Is Spending
33:05 Jealousy of Other People’s Wealth
35:04 The Spectrum of Financial Independence
38:45 How Do People Achieve Financial Independence?
41:20 How Does Dopamine Factor Into All of This?
48:55 We’re Wired to Want More
54:39 People Retiring Early Tend to Wish They Hadn’t
55:40 Passive Income Myths
57:54 Ads
58:55 Do I Need to Know Economics for This?
1:04:49 What’s Going On in the World?
1:08:43 How Wealth Inequality Is Dividing People
1:10:38 The Charlie Kirk Shooting
1:18:52 Is There a Way Back From This Divide?
1:23:27 What Should We Be Doing to Help?
1:25:16 Are You Optimistic About the Western Economy?
1:27:11 Favorite Chapter From the Book
1:32:22 Ads
1:34:30 Why You Should Try New Things
1:37:17 Are You Chasing a Lifestyle That’s Not Right for You?
1:40:35 Does Jack Think Steven Is Happy?
1:49:25 Should We Feel Guilty About Lacking Contentment?
1:52:37 The Relationship Between Money and Kids
1:55:30 The Exact Formula for Spending
2:01:53 Humble Bubble
2:03:55 Do You Have Major Regrets in Life?

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