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29 May 2026, 21:32 UTC · 2h ago
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Sequence-of-returns risk can cause portfolios to fail or deplete significantly if bad market years occur early in retirement, regardless of the long-term average return. — Highlights a systemic vulnerability in retirement withdrawal strategies that can lead to forced liquidations during market downturns.
-0.40Inflation is cited as a major concern for 2026, potentially compounding the risk for retirees relying on fixed-percentage withdrawal rules. — Persistent inflation erodes real purchasing power and increases the required nominal withdrawal from portfolios.
-0.30Maintaining a 2-3 year cash bucket at current 4% rates is presented as an effective hedge against sequence-of-returns risk. — Suggests a shift toward short-term liquidity/cash equivalents to avoid selling equities in a down market.
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