Market volatility and the possibility of a recession have affected some retirees’ financial decisions.

Gold prices are up sharply since the start of the year. Part of that is the market turmoil, pushing investors toward safe havens. But it’s also gotten a lot easier — and cheaper — to invest in gold.

For big banks, loans and stock trading are becoming less reliable sources of income.

Con artists are zeroing in on the retirement savings and other assets of an aging population, some of whom might already be suffering from cognitive decline.

There are flaws in our retirement system, but GOP changes could make it worse, one expert says.

Putnam Investments' CEO has some ideas for making defined contribution plans more relevant.

In a new survey, nearly four in ten people said they plan to work after they retire.

A new state-required plan could lead to automatic retirement savings for 6.8 million private-sector workers.