Hustle, retire, hustle again: How Gen Z is rewriting the script on retirement
Generation Z is reshaping retirement, turning it from a distant endgame into a recurring pause. HSBC’s 2025 report shows nearly half of Indians plan mini-retirements every six years, prioritizing family, passions, and travel. With 85% reporting improved well-being, this shift challenges burnout culture and compels employers to rethink retention as rest becomes a deliberate career strategy.
Generation Z is reshaping retirement, turning it from a distant endgame into a recurring pause. HSBC’s 2025 report shows nearly half of Indians plan mini-retirements every six years, prioritizing family, passions, and travel. With 85% reporting improved well-being, this shift challenges burnout culture and compels employers to rethink retention as rest becomes a deliberate career strategy.
