Gen Z is poised to be wealthier than millennials but despair over economy — ‘they get spammed and scammed, and there are tons of fake jobs out there’
- Posted on October 4, 2026
- By Fortune
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Despite statistical projections indicating Generation Z will accumulate greater wealth than millennials, young adults face significant economic pessimism. Students across campuses express mounting concerns about employment opportunities, housing affordability, and financial independence. The digital landscape presents additional challenges, with widespread exposure to employment scams, fraudulent schemes, and deceptive job postings. This paradox between theoretical economic advantage and lived experience reflects deeper anxieties about navigating adulthood in an increasingly complex financial environment.
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