Generation Z news and trends

Why Gen Z’s Dependence on Hourly Wages Is a Problem
Economy // December 02, 2025

How your job pays you as an employee is important. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...

Gen Z Wallet Use Rises 23% as Older Shoppers Catch Up
Mobile Wallets // November 11, 2025

The global shift toward mobile wallets is often described as a Generation Z movement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Gen Z Out-Saves Older Generations by 28%
Consumer Insights // October 31, 2025

The most revealing statistic in The Gen Z Decoder Ring isn’t that Generation Z racks up 425 digital activity days each month, more than double that of baby boomers, but that the number has started to decline. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Gen Z Balances Savings Goals and Financial Stress
Consumer Insights // October 22, 2025

The financial pressures squeezing American households are hitting the youngest adults with particular force. As inflation, high rent and debt burdens continue to weigh on budgets, even disciplined savers are finding it difficult to build meaningful financial cushions — and Gen Z, despite its efforts...

Interviews & Exclusives
18% of Gen Z Turn to BNPL as Credit Plays a Smaller Role

December 03, 2025
Generation Z consumers are not only saving more; they’re reshaping how financial activity moves, stores and circulates online. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you […]

Why Gen Z’s Dependence on Hourly Wages Is a Problem

December 02, 2025
How your job pays you as an employee is important. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Gen Z Wallet Use Rises 23% as Older Shoppers Catch Up

November 11, 2025
The global shift toward mobile wallets is often described as a Generation Z movement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Gen Z Out-Saves Older Generations by 28%

October 31, 2025
The most revealing statistic in The Gen Z Decoder Ring isn’t that Generation Z racks up 425 digital activity days each month, more than double that of baby boomers, but that the...

Quick Reads
Gen Z Credit Scores Plunge as Cost of Living Rises

October 19, 2025
For members of Generation Z, it’s becoming harder and harder to maintain good credit. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

Sezzle Adds New BNPL Merchants Ahead of Holidays

October 07, 2025
Pay later platform Sezzle expanded its merchant list ahead of the holiday shopping season. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

UK Banks Find Gen Z Consumers Less Brand Loyal

August 21, 2025
U.K. banks are reportedly working harder than ever to gain the business of Generation Z consumers while also finding that these consumers are less brand loyal than older ones. Get...

Spending Dips 13% As Gen Z Makes Saving ‘Cool’

June 25, 2025
For younger Americans in the Generation Z cohort, spending is out, while saving is reportedly in. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...