CPI-linked pensioners face significant pot reduction in retirement

Jenna Towler
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The ‘small print lottery' over RPI/CPI usage in company pension schemes means some pensioners will see their income reduced by 20% over 20 years, KPMG says.

The consultant said while the differences between the two measures of inflation might seem small in isolation they add to a significant amount over the life of a pensioner. The [asset_library_ta...

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