Millennials news and trends

Millennials’ Money Confidence Falls 15 Points as Costs Bite

June 11, 2026
90% of Millennials Feel Pressure at the Grocery Store
Consumer Insights // April 16, 2026

Millennials are learning to manage a pileup of costs all at once, and PYMNTS Intelligence data suggests that balancing act is becoming harder even during what should be their prime earning years. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

56% of Gen Z Struggle to Track When Installment Payments Are Due
BNPL // March 20, 2026

For many consumers, pay later is shifting from a checkout convenience to a budgeting tool. 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,...

38% of Millennials Pay Out of Pocket for Healthcare
Healthcare // March 18, 2026

Healthcare costs are hitting the youngest adults hardest, turning even routine care into a budget decision for Americans who, on paper, should need the least medical attention. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

One-Third of Millennials Now Rely on Gig Payments and Tips as Primary Income
Gig Economy // February 27, 2026

Nearly one-third of millennials depend on transactional payouts from gig work and tips as their main source of income, replacing traditional paychecks with a piecemeal approach to earning that demands instant access to money. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Millennials’ Money Confidence Falls 15 Points as Costs Bite

June 11, 2026
Consumers are not standing still as higher living costs squeeze household budgets. 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 communications from […]

90% of Millennials Feel Pressure at the Grocery Store

April 16, 2026
Millennials are learning to manage a pileup of costs all at once, and PYMNTS Intelligence data suggests that balancing act is becoming harder even during what should be their prime...

56% of Gen Z Struggle to Track When Installment Payments Are Due

March 20, 2026
For many consumers, pay later is shifting from a checkout convenience to a budgeting tool. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

38% of Millennials Pay Out of Pocket for Healthcare

March 18, 2026
Healthcare costs are hitting the youngest adults hardest, turning even routine care into a budget decision for Americans who, on paper, should need the least medical attention. Get the Full...

Quick Reads
American Express Targets Gen Z With ‘New Level’ of Platinum Cards

June 16, 2025
American Express is readying what it says is its largest-ever investment in updating its cards. 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 […]

Millennials Forgo Homeownership and Boost Rent-to-Build Market

December 11, 2024
With homeownership increasingly out of reach, many millennials are turning to high-end rentals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Amex Courts Gen Z and Millennial Diners With Gold Card Updates

July 25, 2024
American Express is hoping to attract younger consumers with its latest card update. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Gen Z Wants to Meet Their Soul Mates in Person, Not Online

June 28, 2024
Dating events have reportedly become increasingly popular among young people as they seek alternative ways to meet people in a world once dominated by dating apps. Get the Full Story Complete...