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Gen Z
Affordability was top of mind for young voters this election
Nov 8, 2024
Gen Z's lived experience through the pandemic and a period of high inflation meant that the economy was a top issue.
Gen Z is burdened by rent. That doesn't bode well for its future wealth
Oct 23, 2024
A majority of 18-to-25-year-olds spend more than 30% of their pre-tax income on rent.
This economy will leave a mark on Gen Z
Sep 18, 2024
Many in the youthful cohort grew up during a recession and started their financial lives amid a pandemic. They've taken on a scarcity mindset.
What the youngest voters think about the economy
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Ellen Rolfes
Sep 16, 2024
Gen Z can vote, so let's dig into the economic priorities they're bringing to the ballot box.
Why are Gen Xers worried about retirement?
Jul 10, 2024
According to a new survey from BlackRock, only 60% of Gen Xers say they are on track to have enough retirement savings. And time is running out -- the oldest of them are reaching retirement age.
Online retailers lean into secondhand shopping surge
Jun 17, 2024
As consumers become more thoughtful about spending, many are turning to used goods when they need to shop.
For young voters, housing is a top issue in this election
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Amy Scott
Jun 14, 2024
High home prices and high mortgage rates can make homeownership feel impossible for Gen Zers. But what can the president do about it?
For public good, not for profit.
Some younger workers aren't using their PTO, but they are "quiet vacationing," poll finds
May 24, 2024
The Harris Poll found 37% of millennial workers and 24% of Gen Z had taken time off without telling their boss. Here's why.
Gen Z is taking on more credit card debt
May 9, 2024
The credit bureau TransUnion is out with a report showing that borrowers aged 22 to 24 are carrying an average of $2,834 in credit card debt — about a quarter more than millennials in the same age range a decade ago.
Recent college grads see rise in unemployment
Apr 23, 2024
Unemployment jumped from 8.6% to 12.3% among 20-somethings with bachelor's degrees year over year, the BLS reported.