In this paper, we compare the patterns of labor force withdrawal of older workers in seven OECD countries. We find wide variation in retirement patterns and recent trends. In Sweden and the United States, for example, it is relatively common for workers to combine retirement benefits and...

Because currently anticipated Social Security revenues are inadequate to pay for promised benefits, reform of the Social Security program is likely. Several different plans to restore the program to actuarial balance have emerged, and more will arise as the debate continues. Comparison and...

This paper describes current paths to retirement in the U.S. with emphasis on the importance of transitional bridge jobs between a career job and full retirement. It compares U.S. patterns of labor force withdrawal and part-time work with those in selected other countries. It discusses the plans...