Occasional Papers

Pension Regimes and Saving

Author/Editor:

Alfredo Cuevas ; George A Mackenzie ; Philip R. Gerson

Publication Date:

September 10, 1997

Summary:

Public pension systems around the world have been criticized in recent years for some serious flaws, including the excessive burden they impose on the public finances and their depressing impact on saving rates. This study analyzes the impact of pension systems and pension reform on saving, paying particular attention to the impact of the introduction of defined-contribution plans like that of Chile. It also surveys the literature on the impact of pension regimes on saving, discusses some recent reforms, and addresses the role of private pension plans.

Series:

Occasional Paper No. 1997/006

Subject:

Aging Expenditure Labor National accounts Pension spending Pensions Population and demographics Private savings Retirement