Back to Work: Retired Boomers 'Unretire' as Inflation Erodes Savings

Many retired Baby Boomers are returning to work due to inflation shrinking their savings and fixed incomes from pensions/Social Security.

Some Boomers are "unretiring" because they are bored and lonely and want renewed purpose, social connections, and mental stimulation.

Ageism is a concern, with most unretired workers feeling judged by younger colleagues and managers wary of older applicants.

Companies should value older workers' experience and perspective and take steps to facilitate multigenerational bonding.

Though some unretirees feel anxious or resigned, most report positive emotions like happiness and excitement about going back to work.