As COVID-19 forces more Americans to tighten their purse strings and focus on what's important, their opinion on wealth is shifting. According to a survey, there’s a growing desire for a more secure and meaningful approach to lifestyle and finances, and a more intentional form of consumerism.

The health crisis caused by COVID-19 is steadily making way for an economic crisis as businesses seek support in restarting operations and individuals face up to job insecurity. Canvas8 spoke to 17 people in the UK and US to find out how their spending habits have been impacted by the pandemic.

COVID-19 has impacted every aspect of people’s lives and a looming recession means the worst may yet be in store. Having grown up in the wake of the 2008 crash, Gen Zers are already alert to financial precarity, but how will coming of age during a pandemic shape their relationship with money?

Instagrammer Mrs Dow Jones is helping Gen Yers and Zers wise up to their finances. With the global economy crashing and a recession likely imminent, people are wanting reassurance and actionable advice regarding their finances, and they're turning to relatable social media figures for help.