The Biggest Retirement Risk Isn’t What You Think - 8/4/26 | Market Sense | Fidelity Investments

Market volatility is unavoidable in retirement. The goal isn't to change your lifestyle or take from your portfolio downturns; it's to build a retirement income and investment strategy that allows you to stay invested through the ups and downs. On this episode of Market Sense, we explore ways to cover essential expenses, how to help keep your money growing, and strategies for managing RMDs. Plus, get the latest market news and insights, all in just 20 minutes. 00:00 Market Sense Introduction 01:52 Big tech earnings 05:38 Federal Reserve and bonds 09:30 How to navigate market volatility in retirement 10:50 The case for staying invested 13:48 Structuring income and withdrawals during retirement 15:53 Determining essential expenses 17:13 Investing in retirement 18:50 How to fight inflation in retirement 20:53 Strategies for RMDs (Retired Minimum Distributions) 22:30 Timmer’s take Questions? Drop them below 👇 and we’ll reply right in the comments. Whether you're about to retire or already enjoying retirement, explore investment strategies that can help make your savings last by managing inflation, covering expenses and potentially grow your wealth. https://www.Fidelity.com/investinginr... • Like what you see? Register for the next event: • https://fidelityevents.com/Market-Sen... • Subscribe to Fidelity Viewpoints: https://www.fidelity.com/signup/viewp... • To see more videos, subscribe on YouTube:    / fidelityinvestments   • Follow Fidelity on Reddit:   / fidelityinvestments   • Follow Fidelity on Instagram:   / fidelityinvestments   • Follow Fidelity on TikTok:   / fidelityinvestments   • Follow Fidelity on Facebook:   / fidelityinvestments   • Follow Fidelity on LinkedIn:   / fidelity-investments   • Ask Fidelity on X:   / fidelity   • On this episode of Market Sense, learn retirement investing strategies for navigating market volatility, generating retirement income, and managing required minimum distributions (RMDs). Hear from Fidelity experts on how to cover essential expenses, stay invested for long-term growth, and build confidence in retirement planning. Plus, get the latest market news, retirement insights, and investing guidance—all in just 20 minutes. Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Member NYSE, SIPC, 900 Salem Street, Smithfield, RI 02917 1274982.1.0 #MarketVolatility #Retirement #401k #IRA #Inflation #RMD