Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions
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Resumo: | This thesis presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of the Portuguese and American social security systems concerning the payment of retirement pensions. With a focus on key factors such as eligibility criteria, benefit calculation methods, and sustainability, this research aims to shed light on the strengths, weaknesses, and nuances of each system. Through rigorous quantitative analysis and qualitative assessments, this thesis offers insights into the financial stability and long-term viability of both systems. It examines the adequacy of retirement benefits, considering the different contribution rates and earnings replacement ratios. By comparing these two social security models, this thesis aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by countries with varying approaches to pension provision. Ultimately, it seeks to inform policymakers and stakeholders about potential strategies for enhancing the sustainability and effectiveness of retirement pension systems in an ever-changing global landscape. |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensionsPensionsPensions schemesPension fundsSegurança social -- Social SecurityPortuguese Social SecurityAmerican Social SecurityPensõesReformasFundos de pensõesSegurança social em PortugalSegurança social nos Estados UnidosThis thesis presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of the Portuguese and American social security systems concerning the payment of retirement pensions. With a focus on key factors such as eligibility criteria, benefit calculation methods, and sustainability, this research aims to shed light on the strengths, weaknesses, and nuances of each system. Through rigorous quantitative analysis and qualitative assessments, this thesis offers insights into the financial stability and long-term viability of both systems. It examines the adequacy of retirement benefits, considering the different contribution rates and earnings replacement ratios. By comparing these two social security models, this thesis aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by countries with varying approaches to pension provision. Ultimately, it seeks to inform policymakers and stakeholders about potential strategies for enhancing the sustainability and effectiveness of retirement pension systems in an ever-changing global landscape.Esta dissertação apresenta uma análise compreensiva do sistema de segurança social Português e Americano no pagamento de pensões de reforma. Focando se em fatores como os critérios de elegibilidade, o cálculo dos benefícios, a sustentabilidade, este trabalho tem como objetivo demonstrar quais as forças, fraquezas e nuances de cada um destes sistemas. Através de uma rigorosa análise quantitativa e qualitativa esta dissertação oferece informações sobre a estabilidade financeira e a viabilidade destes sistemas a longo prazo. Analisando a adequabilidade das reformas tendo em conta as diferentes taxas de contribuição e da taxa de substituição em relação aos vencimentos á idade de reforma. Comparando estes dois distintos sistemas de segurança social, será mais fácil perceber quais os desafios e oportunidades que cada um destes países terá de enfrentar. Por fim, o objetivo passa por informar as entidades reguladoras de possíveis estratégias que ajudem a alcançar uma maior sustentabilidade e eficiência nestes esquemas.2024-02-07T16:26:35Z2023-12-15T00:00:00Z2023-12-152023-10info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersioninfo:eu-repo/semantics/masterThesisapplication/pdfhttp://hdl.handle.net/10071/30936TID:203473914engVairinhos, Miguel Prazeresinfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessreponame:Repositório Científico de Acesso Aberto de Portugal (Repositórios Cientìficos)instname:Agência para a Sociedade do Conhecimento (UMIC) - FCT - Sociedade da Informaçãoinstacron:RCAAP2024-02-11T01:17:55Zoai:repositorio.iscte-iul.pt:10071/30936Portal AgregadorONGhttps://www.rcaap.pt/oai/openaireopendoar:71602024-03-20T02:37:30.168246Repositório Científico de Acesso Aberto de Portugal (Repositórios Cientìficos) - Agência para a Sociedade do Conhecimento (UMIC) - FCT - Sociedade da Informaçãofalse |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions Vairinhos, Miguel Prazeres Pensions Pensions schemes Pension funds Segurança social -- Social Security Portuguese Social Security American Social Security Pensões Reformas Fundos de pensões Segurança social em Portugal Segurança social nos Estados Unidos |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions |
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Comparing the social security system in Portugal and in the USA in the payment of retirement pensions |
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Vairinhos, Miguel Prazeres |
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Vairinhos, Miguel Prazeres |
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Vairinhos, Miguel Prazeres |
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Pensions Pensions schemes Pension funds Segurança social -- Social Security Portuguese Social Security American Social Security Pensões Reformas Fundos de pensões Segurança social em Portugal Segurança social nos Estados Unidos |
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Pensions Pensions schemes Pension funds Segurança social -- Social Security Portuguese Social Security American Social Security Pensões Reformas Fundos de pensões Segurança social em Portugal Segurança social nos Estados Unidos |
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This thesis presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of the Portuguese and American social security systems concerning the payment of retirement pensions. With a focus on key factors such as eligibility criteria, benefit calculation methods, and sustainability, this research aims to shed light on the strengths, weaknesses, and nuances of each system. Through rigorous quantitative analysis and qualitative assessments, this thesis offers insights into the financial stability and long-term viability of both systems. It examines the adequacy of retirement benefits, considering the different contribution rates and earnings replacement ratios. By comparing these two social security models, this thesis aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by countries with varying approaches to pension provision. Ultimately, it seeks to inform policymakers and stakeholders about potential strategies for enhancing the sustainability and effectiveness of retirement pension systems in an ever-changing global landscape. |
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