Germany Approves New Pension Savings Model to Replace Riester-Rente
Germany Approves New Pension Savings Model to Replace Riester-Rente
The German Bundestag and Bundesrat have approved a legislative proposal to introduce a new pension savings depot, aimed at simplifying private retirement savings and enhancing state support.
The new model, set to launch in early 2024, will provide a standardized product accessible through various financial institutions, eliminating complex regulations associated with the existing Riester-Rente. Key changes include a cost cap of 1% on management fees and the introduction of a ‘starter pension’ for children and adolescents, which will offer state subsidies. The reform aims to address the inadequacies of the Riester-Rente, which has been criticized for its complexity and limited investment options, thereby potentially increasing returns for savers.
For journalistic integrity, this report was summarized from: deutschlandfunk.de
