
Safe Withdrawal Rate 2026: Is the 4% Rule Still Right?
Morningstar says the safe withdrawal rate in 2026 is 3.9%; the 4% rule's inventor now says 4.7-5.5%. Here's why both are right, and how to find your number.
Jun 18, 202625 min read
Dennis Vymer
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Morningstar says the safe withdrawal rate in 2026 is 3.9%; the 4% rule's inventor now says 4.7-5.5%. Here's why both are right, and how to find your number.










