Inflation Is Still Hurting Retirees. 3 Smart Income Moves to Make Right Now.

The article warns that persistent inflation (CPI +3.3% year-over-year in March) is squeezing retirees and recommends portfolio and cash-flow steps to mitigate market and cost pressures. Key market-relevant advice: keep a meaningful equity allocation (author suggests 40%–60%) so portfolios can outpace inflation while holding 1–3 years of cash to weather downturns; boost guaranteed income by delaying Social Security (benefits rise ~8% per year delayed to age 70); and trim discretionary spending to preserve capital. The guidance implies continued investor demand for inflation-protection through growth assets and income solutions, and a cautious stance on fixed cash-like allocations. Overall the piece is practical market commentary aimed at retirement asset allocation and income strategy rather than a trade call.