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French Savers Rethink Retirement Plans but Stick to Low-Yield Safety Nets

New surveys find anxiety and limited product understanding pushing savings toward safe vehicles.

Overview

  • Two-thirds of respondents say they have changed their retirement-savings strategy, and 74% worry about maintaining their standard of living.
  • More than half of investors—55%—believe they are not saving enough for retirement.
  • Most household financial assets remain parked in low-risk, low-yield products such as euro funds and savings accounts, despite a gradual shift toward PER and unit-linked options.
  • Younger adults show unusual engagement, with 88% of 30–39-year-olds saying they save or plan to save for retirement.
  • Product complexity is a barrier, with 34% unsure which solution to choose, and coverage highlights employer-based plans and fiscal incentives as needed complements to personal saving.