Chile’s Private Pension System at 18: Its Current State and Future Challenges
Chile's private pension system has successfully replaced its old government-run system, providing better, more secure retirements and contributing to economic growth.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | CATO Institute |
| Authors: | L. Jacobo Rodríguez |
| Geographic focus: | Chile |
Methods
The research method involved analyzing the Chilean private pension system's implementation, performance, and impact on the economy and society. It included a comparison with the previous government-run system and an evaluation of the system's success and criticisms.
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Key Insights
Chile's 1981 shift from a government-run retirement system to private pension accounts has been a success. Over 95% of workers now have personal accounts, with assets totaling $34 billion, or 42% of GDP. Despite criticism, the system has grown labor participation, pension assets, and benefits, while addressing fiscal challenges and enhancing personal freedom. Future reforms could further improve its performance.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: Chile geographic scope | English publication language | administrative costs | economic growth | fiscal challenges | government regulation | investment returns | labor participation | pension system | personal freedom | private accounts | system reforms