Against a backdrop of uncertainty, people are searching for new sources of control and stability. Where science and ancient wisdom have been conventionally pitted against one another, many are moving towards an integrated approach to authority that draws from the best of both worlds.

Has rising inflation ruined ‘revenge spending’? What does the cost of living crisis mean for Gen Y’s long-term plans? In this part of the 2023 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how people are looking to maintain normalcy despite surging costs and shrinking budgets.

A report by Starling suggests that financial inequalities begin at a young age, with girls receiving less pocket money than boys. Based on these results, the banking brand has released a campaign called 'Make Pocket Money Equal' to raise awareness of the pay gap between girls and boys.

Three-quarters of high school graduates in the US don't feel prepared to make college or career decisions post-graduation. In contrast to media narratives that paint Gen Zers as anarchic and self-sufficient, this finding highlights young people's need for guidance and support.

Financial literacy is an important precursor for good financial health in adult life, but money remains a difficult subject to broach for many families. Fintech start-up Goalsetter is aiming to tackle this problem, providing an engaging and educational money-saving platform for young people.