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Many Americans have been taking money out of their retirement savings.
  • Americans are increasingly anxious about their financial futures as they worry about market volatility, inflation, and a recession.
  • 64% of survey respondents to an Allianz survey would rather hold cash rather ride out market swings.
  • 40% said they're worried market volatility will lead their employers suspending matching contributions to their 401(k) accounts. 

Most Americans are nervous about their retirement portfolios in the face of a potential recession and as inflation still rages hot, and they'd rather hold onto cash than risk losing money in stocks, according to a survey from Allianz Life.