Young Adult Money
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Gen Z Faces Real Debt Pressure to Appear Wealthy
A growing share of Gen Z admits to exaggerating income or taking on debt to impress dates or boost social status, with nearly 60 percent overspending and over a third willing to risk overdraft or credit damage for appearances
How Gen Z Is Saving for Retirement Earlier Than Previous Generations
Gen Z workers are building retirement savings earlier than their predecessors, with average 401(k) balances of $13,500 and a majority expressing confidence in their future financial security despite economic headwinds
Median Earnings Rise to Nearly $60,000 for Workers Ages 25 to 34
Americans ages 25 to 34 now earn a median $59,280 annually-almost 50% more than younger workers-but rising student debt, rent, and delayed homebuying are squeezing savings and raising concerns about long-term financial security
Remote Work Is Raising Unemployment for Young College Graduates
A new Federal Reserve Bank of New York study finds remote work is responsible for most of the rise in joblessness among recent college grads, as employers hesitate to hire and train inexperienced workers outside the office