Millennials and Gen Zers in their first jobs out of college might actually tell the story of the economy

The kids just don't work like they used to — and it might tell us a lot about how the economy is changing. Over the last 15 years, the job market for younger workers has changed dramatically in some ... Read More

Consumers are saving more money, with young Americans saving the most

Six in 10 Gen Zers (58%) have increased their savings since the start of the year, and 69% made sacrifices to save in Q2. More consumers are consid ... Read More

Can young Americans still have a better life than their parents? We want to know

Generation Z and millennials have come of age during periods of financial uncertainty, from the recession in the early 2000s to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, as these generations navigate adulthood, how ... Read More

A quarter of Gen Zers have followed ChatGPT’s career advice—and just 3% have regrets

The exact tool that’s robbing Gen Z of entry-level jobs after college is the same one they’re leaning on for career advice. About a quarter of Gen Z say they’ve followed ChatGPT’s career advice and ... Read More

Millennials and Gen Zers in their first jobs out of college might actually tell the story of the economy

Entry-level job trends for college grads reflect broader economic shifts over the last 15 years. Millennials took retail jobs post-recession; Gen Z leaned toward tech and healthcare. The shifting ... Read More

Can young Americans still have a better life than their parents? We want to know

For many Gen Z and millennial Americans, concerns about finances and the economy can feel ever present. NPR wants to know how economic barriers... Updated on Sept. 3 Generation Z and millennials have ... Read More