More than Half of Gen Z Canadians Feel Pressured to ‘Fake’ Financial Stability: TD Survey

Gen Z Canadians Feel Pressured to 'Fake' Financial Stability

A recent TD survey found that more than half of Gen Z Canadians (53%) feel pressured to maintain a successful image on social media, despite struggling with financial instability.

Many young Canadians are anxious about their finances and feel conflicted about keeping up appearances, with nearly two in three (65%) believing they're falling behind their peers financially.

Gen Z is under constant pressure to appear financially secure as soon as they begin their careers, while many are struggling behind the scenes with stress, debt and uncertainty.

According to Kristy Irwin, Product Group Owner, Youth & Student, this pressure is a significant concern for Gen Z.

Author's summary: Gen Z Canadians struggle with financial instability.

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