Key Takeaways "Coupled with rising costs, inadequate savings and the looming depletion of the Social Security trust fund, these factors underscore a retirement crisis in the US, requiring many households to boost their savings to achieve stable and sufficient income in retirement," wrote Torsten Slok, Chief Economist at Apollo, about these workers. Why This Matters Retirement shortfalls are growing, making higher 401(k) contributions crucial for older workers aiming to maintain their lifestyle. Understandin ...