AJ Bell says lost pension pots top 3 million, average value £6,220

AJ Bell analysis flagged more than 3 million UK pension pots now classed as lost, citing new PPI research. Average lost pot value put at GBP 6,220, rising to over GBP 10,000 for savers aged 55-74. Frequent job changes amplified by auto-enrolment seen driving fragmentation, leaving workers with multiple workplace schemes. Most lost pots held by under-55s, suggesting a long runway for charge savings or improved investment options if accounts are consolidated. AJ Bell warned dashboards remain delayed, while existing tracing and consolidation tools could help reunite savers with forgotten pots. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. AJ Bell plc published the original content used to generate this news brief on October 12, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. (C)