There are reports that gen z is experiencing financial anxiety, with some outlets suggesting it is affecting office productivity and others noting that this stress is driving retirement planning. However, the nature and implications of gen z's financial anxiety are not entirely clear, with some characterizing them as financially stressed and others as "sneaky-savers" who are rethinking the path to wealth. Gen z's financial behavior and habits are being examined in various ways, including how they approach financial wellness and interact with financial services.