Increasing Life Expectancy and Retirement Age Considerations

This was one of the NZ Herald’s top stories of 2025. The IMF report emphasizes the economic challenges posed by ageing populations, indicating slower growth and higher public expenditure. New Zealand’s demographic shift shows a significant increase in those aged 65 and older by 2050. To alleviate the financial burden of this trend, raising the superannuation age may become necessary.

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