Market insight

From far-reaching reforms to customer vulnerability, we’ve brought together research papers from Just and external experts to help support your understanding of the retirement income market, and the challenges those operating in it face.

Young Gen X households earn around  £7,000 more than oldest as older Gen X members drop out of workforce or go part-time

A new in-depth consumer insight programme from Just Group, the reitrement specialist and GenXpert, uncovers the drop in average pre-tax household income as Gen X nears retirement and many begin to move into part-time work or out of the workforce altogether. Click here to find out more. 

Over a third of Gen X suffering from chronic health issues and ‘self-health’ falls by the wayside, Just Group

34% of Gen X say they have a long-term physical or mental health condition with the vast majority saying it impacts their day-to-day activities. Yet one in five doing no exercise and half not seeking any healthcare help. Click here to learn the new insight from Just Group, which shines a spotlight on the lives and attitudes of Gen X.

Best-worst annuity gap widens on bond market volatility, Just Group analysis reveals

The difference in the income paid by the best and worst annuities is increasing. New figures show importance of shopping around to find the best provider. Click here to find out more. 

How shopping around ensures retirees don’t end up with lower incomes than annuity buyers five years younger

Just Group analysis shows that, despite a significantly lower remaining lifespan, rates on offer to a 70-year-old aren’t automatically better than those available to a 65-year-old. Click here to find out more.

Just Group Care Report 2024 - Groundhog Day

The latest edition of Care Report: Groundhog Day, provides key insights into the challenges of social care funding. It highlights the need for clients to plan ahead. Read the full report here.