U.S. Bank survey shows 62% of Gen Z sees stocks as more realistic wealth path than homeownership

By Public Technologies
  • U.S. Bancorp survey found Gen Z, Millennials start wealth-building earlier, yet report stalled progress amid debt, high housing costs.
  • Home ownership remains a top five-year priority, though 29% of Gen Z, 26% of Millennials have given up for financial reasons.
  • Stock market seen as a more realistic wealth path than owning a home by 62% of Gen Z, 61% of Millennials.
  • Crypto appeal remains high, though trust fell for 30% of Gen Z, 28% of Millennials; trust in stocks rose for 33%, 29%.
  • Investing complexity is rising: 72% cite more difficulty; 75% want more guidance; only 14% have used generative AI tools.


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