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There are many theories as to what drives financial literacy, including socioeconomic backgrounds and cultural or geographic considerations. It’s also widely understood that our younger years are formative for establishing financial behaviours and habits that can build the foundations of our financial capabilities as adults.
Sound financial decision-making is strongly linked with improved financial wellbeing and greater participation in economic life, affecting quality of life, the opportunities people can pursue, their sense of security, and the overall economic health of society.
Gen Z is more interested in buying products that will give them the best value based on their price.
Findex conducted a 2021 Financial Literacy Study, surveying more than 270 young people (aged 15-25) to identify any common themes that potentially indicate lower levels of financial understanding across the nominated cohort.
There are many theories as to what drives financial literacy, including socioeconomic backgrounds and cultural or geographic considerations. It’s also widely understood that our younger years are formative for establishing financial behaviours and habits that can build the foundations of our financial capabilities as adults.
YOUNG MONEY: HOW IS GEN Z SPENDING AND SAVING?
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