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Denmark's Retirement Age Hits 70, Sparks Protests

6/16/2025

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Denmark is set to raise its retirement age to 70 by 2040, the highest in Europe, sparking widespread protests. Meanwhile, in the U.S., the retirement age is on track to reach 67, with discussions of further increases. Experts caution that these changes could unfairly burden low-income workers and those in physically demanding jobs, igniting debates about equity and economic consequences.

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Denmark is set to raise its retirement age to 70 by 2040, the highest in Europe, sparking widespread protests. Meanwhile, in the U.S., the retirement age is on track to reach 67, with discussions of further increases. Experts caution that these changes could unfairly burden low-income workers and those in physically demanding jobs, igniting debates about equity and economic consequences.