Allianz Research

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Global Wealth Report 2025

Pension reform in France: Bonjour tristesse

The proposed increase of the statutory early retirement age to 64 years from 62 in France does not address long-term deteriorating demographic and funding prospects.

Wealth without pensions in Asia

Total gross financial assets in Asia reached a new record high, but the share of life and pension assets in private households’ portfolios kept declining. Total gross financial assets increased by +9.4% and reached a new record high of EUR62.4trn in 2021, 25% above the corresponding figure for Europe. 

Economic Outlook 23-24: Keep calm and carry on

Since our last quarterly economic update in September, the deteriorating energy crisis and a challenging policy mix have confirmed our forecast of slowing growth, sticky inflation and rising interest rates.