46% of Gen Z workers have raided their retirement accounts — but is it ever ok to steal from your future self?
Yahoo Finance·2025-09-14 12:00
A shocking 46% of Gen Z has withdrawn funds from their retirement accounts, according to a recent study from Payroll Integrations [1]. While 42% of Gen Z withdrawals went toward paying off debt, that doesn’t help them rebuild their retirement nest egg. Gen Z employees are the most likely to pull from retirement savings, but they’re not alone. About one in three workers across generations plan to tap their retirement funds in the next year, most often to cover emergencies or everyday expenses. Must Read ...