Several experts have suggested that instead of investing its $2.8 trillion in reserves exclusively in Treasury securities, Social Security could invest some of its money in the stock market to boost reserves. In this video, Matt Frankel, CFP®, discusses what that might look like and what it could mean for Social Security's financial health.
Investing its reserves could help narrow the Social Security funding gap. But by how much?
About the Author
Matt Frankel, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst and personal finance expert covering financial stocks, REITs, SPACs, and personal finance. Prior to The Motley Fool, Matt taught high school and college mathematics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of South Carolina, a master’s degree in mathematics from Nova Southeastern University, and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Florida State University. He won a SABEW award for coverage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. He is also regularly interviewed by Cheddar, The National Desk, and other TV networks and publications for his financial, stock market, and investing expertise.