• darthsid@lemmy.world
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    7 months ago

    Choosing not to drive then is an incorrect headline whereas unable to afford driving would be more accurate.

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      7 months ago

      Agreed. Moreover, I’d like some more insight in the consumer patterns of Gen Z. A pie chart would be nice including groups like eduction, healthcare, subscription services, entertainment, etc.

      I have a feeling, without the data, that a lot of young people are spending way more on novelty and entertainment things than ever before while they’re complaining about not being able to afford things.

      • EldritchFeminity@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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        7 months ago

        Everything I’ve seen has said that Millenials and younger are spending more on experiences and less on things, but also that their purchasing power is much weaker than their parents’ was at the same age. Millenials, I think, have about half the purchasing power as the Baby Boomers did in their 30s and 40s.

        Also of note that I just saw the other day is that the price of cars has jumped up about 30% since 2021.

        So, not exactly what you’re looking for, but some of the stuff I’ve seen/heard that probably plays contributing factors to this.

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          7 months ago

          I think being priced out of the housing market influences a lot how likely you are to spend your money on experiences. It seems like that’s all young people can afford, the mortgages these days are daunting even for people much older in good positions.