20s are the New 50s

[Tekward]

The % of people in their 20s retiring has doubled in the last ten years. I wish there was a hint of explanation , but at least it is an interesting trend. Ideas?

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-01-04/yellen-s-job-puzzle-why-are-20-somethings-retiring-

 

[rodi]

This article is already being discussed here:

http://www.early-retirement.org/forums/f52/bls-says-20-somethings-retiring-at-record-pace-80202.html

 

[zesty]

I felt like I was in my 50's back when I was in my late 20's, does that count?