Grading Global Retirement Plans, US Receives C+
The United States has received a C+ grade in the 2026 Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index, which evaluates retirement systems worldwide.
The 2026 Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index has been released, grading retirement systems across the globe. The United States received a C+ grade in this comprehensive assessment.
Christine Mahoney, global defined benefit & defined contribution leader at Marsh, joined Tome Keene on Bloomberg Money to discuss the findings. The index evaluates the best and worst retirement plans internationally.
Global Assessment
The index provides valuable insights into retirement system quality worldwide, helping countries understand their standing relative to others. The US grade reflects its position among global retirement systems.