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The Reader: Picks From Editor Clifton Leaf

Your weekly round up of stories and insights you need to know, curated by Fortune editor-in-chief Clifton Leaf.

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"A million dollars isn't what it used to be"

For decades, people have had a big, round goal in their heads for retirement savings: $1 million. But that means you'll live on about $30,000 to $40,000 a year. If you want a more luxurious retirement, financial planners have sobering advice about how much you'll need to save. It's a lot more.

BY CHRIS TAYLOR

January 26, 2020

5 ways the world economy transformed over 50 years

It's been half a century since the first World Economic Forum in Davos. Here are five changes in the world economy since then: socially conscious companies, the rise of big tech, the rise of China, a global talent pool, and a widening income gap.

January 22, 2020

Melinda's new tech play

Melinda Gates is investing $50 million to make the next Silicon Valley—starting in Chicago. It's part of her plan to create more tech opportunities for women.

January 28, 2020

Banking's biggest comeback

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan orchestrated one of the biggest comebacks in banking history. It started with a call from Warren Buffett

January 28, 2020

Berlin's 'ghost' airport

The Berlin Brandenburg Airport has been under construction for years. It might finally open this fall—billions of dollars over budget and 8 years late.

BY STEVEN PERLBERG

January 26, 2020

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