The adjustment of the retirement age, with an increase of three months starting in 2027, has already been defined by the State Treasury. This information comes from an official document published in June 2024, which explains that the calculation is based on life expectancy at 65 and Istat demographic projections.
According to this methodology, the next update scheduled for 2029 will result in another increase of three months, instead of just one as initially estimated. This scenario is part of a broader pension reform plan aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of the pension system.
Previous reforms have already set future retirement requirements, subject to confirmation based on Istat data. If no further changes occur, projections indicate that by 2067, the minimum retirement age will rise to 70 years, reaching 70 years and 8 months by 2084.
According to the Unimpresa Research Center, this type of adjustment is necessary to maintain a sustainable pension system. However, they emphasize the need to balance budgetary constraints with protecting workers and retirees. The president of Unimpresa, Giovanna Ferrara, states that policies must also promote generational turnover, boost employment, and reduce tax burdens on businesses and workers.
“Adjusting the retirement age is an inevitable step, but it must be accompanied by reforms that ensure sustainable economic growth. Unimpresa will continue to engage with institutions to ensure that pension decisions are made with prudence and an inclusive vision,” concludes Ferrara.
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