Fidelity 401(k) balances signal good news for American retirees — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/fidelity-401-k-balances-signal-good-news-for-american-retireesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Fidelity Reports Record Average 401(k) Balances of $155,000 in Q2 2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/fidelity-401-k-balances-signal-good-news-for-american-retireeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/fidelity-401-k-balances-signal-good-news-for-american-retirees#u61031Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:42:21 +0000Average 401(k) balances reached a record $155,000 in the second quarter of 2026, according to Fidelity. This figure represents an 11% surge driven by record savings rates and a sturdy stock market. These market conditions also created a record number of 401(k) millionaires. While overall balances for 401(k), 403(b), and IRA accounts hit new highs, some savers continue to fall behind the average growth seen across the broader retirement landscape.Why it mattersRetirement account growth typically reflects a combination of individual contribution rates and market performance. A rise in millionair