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Financial literacy as a vehicle for social inclusion and economic well-being: new research in Italy

Stefania Tonin
May 2024 - n. 5
Keywords: Alfabetizzazione finanziaria, inclusione sociale, welfare
Jel codes: G53, A20, I20, I30

Financial skills are becoming increasingly relevant to achieving the level of individual economic well-being and to increase social inclusion. This study offers an in-depth look at financial literacy in Italy, through a national survey on a sample of Italian residents and the analysis of a regional campaign of financial education in Veneto. The results of the survey show an improving level of financial knowledge. 37% of the people interviewed show that they are familiar with financial literacy, but women, young people, citizens of the South and those with a low level of education are still the vulnerable groups on national policies must strive to concentrate their actions.

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