Financial Literacy - US - May 2016
Financial Literacy - US - May 2016

The level of financial literacy is low in the US and consumers are paying the price. The ramifications of this to consumers are obvious, and fortunately many consumers realize that they don’t know enough and are interested in learning more. To help consumers improve their understanding of concepts such as interest, budgeting, credit, and investment basics, financial institutions are working to develop literacy programs, either on their own or ...

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Overview

Overview

This report provides in-depth analysis and insight supported by a range of data. At the same time, introductory and top-level content is provided to give you an overview of the issues covered.

Executive Summary

Consumer

Consumer

Mintel's proprietary consumer research provides our analysts with the attitudinal and behavioral data used to provide valuable insight to topical issues.

The Consumer – What You Need to Know
Ownership of Financial Products
Location of Primary Account
Financial Habits
Sources of Information About Personal Finance
Self-Described Grade on Financial Knowledge
Interest in Financial Education
Attitudes toward Personal Finance
Preferred Methods of Communication
Major Financial Challenges
Satisfaction With Financial Services Companies
Trust in Financial Services Companies

Brand/Company

Brand/Company

Mintel provides overviews of the top brands and manufacturers, and uses consumer research to explore attitudes and reactions to brands, as well as insight into what will resonate with consumers.

The Market – What You Need to Know
Market Factors
Key Players – What You Need to Know
What’s Working?
What’s Struggling?
What’s Next?

Data

Data

Reports provide appendices of data to support the research and insight produced. Our tables of data are easily manipulated and downloadable to support your research needs and covers factors from consumer attitudes to market forecasts.

Appendix – Data Sources and Abbreviations
Appendix – Consumer