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BT Pensii has reached 300,000 participants in its voluntary pension funds, accumulating over 1 billion lei in assets. In 2026, one in two individuals chose a fund managed by BT Pensii. The company saw an increase of 86,000 new participants, a 40% rise compared to last year. Monthly contributions grew by 76%, averaging 135 lei. One in eight participants receives employer contributions. The demographic shows 30% of participants are aged 35-44, while 22% are under 34. A study indicates a shift in how Romanians view retirement, now seen as an active life stage, highlighting a gap between financial preparedness and aspirations for an active lifestyle. With an average public pension below 3,000 lei, additional savings through Pillar 3 are increasingly important for financial security in retirement.