Pension income increasingly shapes life after work as Europe’s population ages and public finances tighten. Retirement outcomes differ sharply between countries, affecting security and quality of life. Some retirees enjoy financial stability, while others face ongoing pressure. Pensions remain the main income source for older Europeans. Public transfers, mainly state pensions and benefits, provide about two thirds of senior income across the EU. This reliance ties retirement wellbeing closely to government policy. Even with this support, seniors earn less than the general population. Across 28 European countries, people over 65 receive about 86% of average income. This gap continues to…
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