Here’s why the U.S. retirement system isn’t among the world’s best

Key Points

The U.S. retirement system gets a C+ grade and ranks No. 29 out of 48 in the Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index.
Retirement plan coverage and 401(k) “leakage” are among the two primary problem areas, experts said.
Policymakers have taken some steps to improve the system.

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