This near-7% rule looks better for retirees than the 4% rule

August 31, 2026 · 4:53 pm 1 sources

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• This near-7% rule looks better for retirees than the 4% rule
  MarketWatch · August 31, 2026 16:53
  The recent bad news from the turmoil in the bond market — which has seen long-term interest rates rising to multidecade highs — is also good news for those nearing or in retirement.