September 7, 2026
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Inside America’s Most Generous 401(k) Plans

The tax benefits of putting money into a 401(k) are well known. But not all 401(k) plans are created equal.

Take Costco, for instance. Many thousands of the retailer’s front-line, hourly workers have managed to amass over $1 million in their 401(k) accounts, thanks in part to a contribution that Costco makes whether or not the employees themselves are putting money in.

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  • Peter Lynch

    Lynch co-authored several bestselling investment classics, including One Up on Wall Street, Beating the Street, and Learn to Earn. Known for his accessible and common-sense approach to the stock market, he coined the famous investment mantra, "Invest in what you know." This philosophy empowers everyday individual investors to find market-beating opportunities by observing consumer trends and products in their own daily lives before Wall Street notices them.Beyond his writing and investing career, Lynch is a prominent philanthropist. He works actively through the Lynch Foundation to support education, medical research, and cultural organizations. He continues to serve as a vice chairman of Fidelity Management & Research Company, mentoring new generations of financial analysts.
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Lynch co-authored several bestselling investment classics, including One Up on Wall Street, Beating the Street, and Learn to Earn. Known for his accessible and common-sense approach to the stock market, he coined the famous investment mantra, "Invest in what you know." This philosophy empowers everyday individual investors to find market-beating opportunities by observing consumer trends and products in their own daily lives before Wall Street notices them.Beyond his writing and investing career, Lynch is a prominent philanthropist. He works actively through the Lynch Foundation to support education, medical research, and cultural organizations. He continues to serve as a vice chairman of Fidelity Management & Research Company, mentoring new generations of financial analysts.

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