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As life expectancy rises globally, governments are reevaluating retirement ages. Here's what it means for workers in the U.S

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In 1950 , the average global life expectancy was 46.5 years .

In 2000 , it rose to 66 years and it is anticipated to reach 76 by 2050 .

Many governments face pressure to adjust retirement ages to keep pension systems sustainable.

The current full retirement age in the U.S. is 66 or 67 , depending on your birth year.