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Backlog

Stay updated on the size and status of the OPM retirement backlog, including monthly processing statistics, trends in new retirement claims, and the impact delays can have on recently retired federal employees. Explore analysis of OPM reports, seasonal surges, digital application processing, and policy changes that influence how quickly retirement claims are completed. Find clear explanations and timely updates to help federal retirees understand what the backlog means for interim payments, final annuity calculations, and overall retirement planning.

Checking-in on the Current MSPB Nominees and the Record-Setting Case Backlog

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Oct 11, 2021 10:01 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

A quorum may soon be restored at MSPB. How long will it take to clear the case backlog and what should federal employees with pending cases do?

Despite Fewer Incoming Claims, OPM Retirement Backlog Grows Again in September

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 6, 2021 6:02 AM | Updated: Apr 5, 2022 5:10 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The OPM retirement backlog grew yet again to close September 2021.

OPM Retirement Backlog Hits a New High

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 5, 2021 11:32 AM | Updated: Apr 5, 2022 5:14 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The OPM retirement backlog has reached its highest level in nearly a decade to close out August 2021.

OPM Retirement Backlog Tops 27k in July

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 5, 2021 4:32 PM | Updated: Apr 5, 2022 5:18 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The OPM retirement backlog climbed again in July 2022 and did so rather sharply over the previous month.

OPM Retirement Backlog Grows in June

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 3, 2021 11:23 AM | Updated: Apr 5, 2022 5:20 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The OPM retirement backlog edged slightly higher in June 2021.

OPM Retirement Backlog Continues to Improve After Peaking in March

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 6, 2021 9:19 AM | Updated: Dec 13, 2022 9:19 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The retirement backlog at OPM has been slowly improving over the last two months.

Despite Progress, OPM Retirement Backlog Still at 8 Year High

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 5, 2021 3:48 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

OPM made good progress on the retirement backlog in April, but it is still at an 8 year high.

OPM’s Retirement Backlog Creeps Higher in March

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 5, 2021 2:03 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The backlog of outstanding retirement claims at OPM hit a new six year high last month.

Federal Employees Retiring in February Down 20% from a Year Ago

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 13, 2021 6:04 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Although the total retirement backlog is still high, the number of federal employees who retired last month was sharply lower than in recent years.

Retirement Backlog Surges by 37% in January

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 5, 2021 3:37 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

OPM’s retirement backlog hit a new high to close out January.

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Daily TSP Performance

April 10, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8154 +0.01% +1.16%
F Fund $20.9622 -0.12% +0.39%
C Fund $109.4304 -0.10% -0.08%
S Fund $103.1166 -0.39% +2.70%
I Fund $60.3073 +0.45% +8.68%
L Income $29.7669 +0.02% +1.79%
L 2030 $59.4657 +0.03% +2.35%
L 2035 $18.1407 +0.03% +2.61%
L 2040 $69.6327 +0.03% +2.72%
L 2045 $19.2855 +0.03% +2.82%
L 2050 $42.7658 +0.04% +2.92%
L 2055 $22.1381 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2060 $22.1355 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2065 $22.1327 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2070 $13.1177 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2075 $11.4584 +0.05% +3.31%
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