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What Is a Baby Boomer?

By Matthew Frankel, CFPUpdated Dec 31, 2024 at 4:42 PM

Key Points

  • Baby boomers, born 1946-1964, are retiring, impacting labor and economic productivity.
  • Their retirement strains Social Security and Medicare, presenting public funding challenges.
  • Investment opportunities arise in healthcare and senior living due to an aging population.

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