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Gen Z's Unconventional Saving Habits Fueled by Facebook Connections

According to recent data, 54% of Gen Z individuals use Facebook monthly, with 33% logging in daily.
PUBLISHED MAR 15, 2024
Cover Image Source: Facebook Connections | Facebook | Kenny Eliason
Cover Image Source: Facebook Connections | Facebook | Kenny Eliason

In an age dominated by shifting social media preferences, it's easy to assume that platforms like Facebook have lost their appeal among the younger generation. However, upon closer examination, it was revealed that Gen Z's ongoing connection with Facebook is anything but obsolete. Rather, it has evolved into a potent instrument for fostering unconventional saving practices and promoting financial empowerment.

Image Source: Photo by Helena Lopes | Pexels
Image Source: Photo by Helena Lopes | Pexels

Despite indications of decreased daily engagement, Facebook continues to hold significance in the lives of Gen Z. While it may not be their primary social platform, it has assumed new importance as a center for specific functions crucial to their financial strategies.

"This younger generation has proven resilient and resourceful in managing their money during a challenging environment, and adapting their lifestyles as needed," said Holly O'Neill, President of Retail Banking at Bank of America. 

Recent data reveals that 54% of Gen Z individuals still engage with Facebook every month, with 33% logging in daily. This suggests that while traditional social interactions may have waned, the platform has adapted to fulfill other needs, particularly in the context of financial management and savings.

Pexels | Photo by Pixabay
Image Source: Pexels | Photo by Pixabay

Gen Z's utilization of Facebook mirrors a broader trend in their financial behavior characterized by resourcefulness and adept money management. By leveraging the platform's diverse range of groups focused on couponing, bargain hunting, and financial guidance, they gain access to valuable insights and savings opportunities.

These online communities serve as virtual marketplaces where members exchange strategies, advice, and discounts, directly impacting their ability to maximize their funds and make well-informed purchasing decisions.

Image Source: Pexels|Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko
Image Source: Pexels | Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko

Furthermore, Facebook's functionality transcends its role as a mere social networking platform; it serves as a multifaceted financial tool. For instance, the platform's event organization features provide a cost-effective method for planning and participating in activities, bypassing the necessity for expensive third-party services.

Whether organizing group outings or attending local events, Gen Z capitalizes on these capabilities to enjoy experiences while maintaining financial prudence.

Rather than being consigned to nostalgia or irrelevance, the platform functions as a dynamic space where these young adults can connect, save, learn, and strategize. This nuanced use of the platform highlights the adaptability of digital natives in harnessing available resources to address their evolving needs, particularly in financial management.

Photo illustration of the Facebook logo | Getty Images | Photo by Chesnot
Image Source: Photo illustration of the Facebook logo | Getty Images | Photo by Chesnot

"There’s much more awareness around spending your own money, staying in control, and tracking your spending," says William Keliehor, Chief Commercial Officer, Interac, referring to Gen Z. "There is also a greater consciousness around debt."

Critically, dismissing Facebook's relevance to Gen Z based solely on traditional metrics of engagement overlooks the platform's profound impact on their economic behaviors and decision-making processes.

"The Gen Z population is diverse and digitally savvy. They are using mobile technology to enter the financial markets in unprecedented numbers and consulting a wide range of information sources as they do so," said Gerri Walsh, President, FINRA Foundation.

"It is vital to understand their investing decisions and to provide them with the educational tools to prepare for those decisions."

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