With longer life expectancy and mounting healthcare costs, the traditional concept of passing wealth to the next generation has evolved from certainty to mere possibility, according to experts
millennials
Latest in millennials
E-commerce
How the Gen Z and millennial consumer are reshaping the retail sector
This is a seismic shift that the industry needs to be ready for
millennials
Vacation guilt, financial worries, and busy schedules leave 50% of UAE millennials feeling ‘vacation deprived’, study finds
Neglecting vacation time could pose significant risks to mental well-being according to Expedia’s latest Vacation Deprivation report
gen z
UAE’s robo-advisors market projected to see quantum jump as Gen Z, millennials take to investments in a big way
The country’s growing investment for creating job opportunities across several domains is the appealing factor that is attracting the young talent into investments
financial planning
Gen Z, Millennials better with money than boomers, HSBC boss says
Gen Z and Millennials are better prepared for finance than past generations, however they are not ready for big inheritances without the right plans, says HSBC global wealth chief Nuno Matos
credit card
Gen Z, Millennials show alarming increase in credit card debt: Report
Data from Intuit Credit Karma reveals a worrying trend in credit card debt among Gen Z and millennials, with both groups experiencing substantial increases since the Fed began raising interest rates in March 2022
Career perspectives
UAE Gen Z are most difficult to work with due to older ’20th century bosses’, say experts
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and remote education on Gen Z’s ability to succeed in entry-level positions are few key reasons
ESG
Mastering the language of youth: Harnessing ‘generation next’ in effective business strategies
Understanding future generations is the key to preparation
AI in Fashion
Revealed: Barbie blockbuster sparks new fashion craze in UAE, Middle East
Futuristic aesthetics, driven by AI and tech integration is also emerging as the new rage among the fashionistas and Gen Z in the region
conscious quitting
‘Conscious quitting’ is the new buzzword among millennial and Gen Z employees
Nearly half the employees – 51% in the US and 45% in UK – interviewed for the research said they would consider leaving the employer whose values are not a match for theirs
Career change
Most UAE workers consider job switch in 2023: Report
Financial incentives and flexibility are among key drivers for those seeking new jobs
Best Workplaces 2022
Revealed: Best places to work for millennials in the Middle East 2022
Results were based on surveys of thousands of employees from across the region
gen z
Young Saudis want strong mental health policies at work, new survey shows
Two-thirds of the respondents believe it was crucial for companies to have a “clear purpose,” according to the research, which surveyed 1,000 Saudis aged 18 to 41
anxiety
Gen Zs more ‘stressed out’ than millennials, feel need to change the world: Study
Young people like listening to old music, to escape the stress of today, a new report revealed
Brand engagement
Engaging with tech-savvy millennials across digital touchpoints will define the future of consumer brands
Internet penetration in the UAE is expected to reach 96 percent by 2025, with 67 percent of Middle East consumers choosing digital channels to engage with brands
Brand View
LEVA Hotel: providing a bespoke travel experience
JS Anand, founder of LEVA Hotels, Dubai explains how personalised service, modern amenities, and a positive digital presence have underpinned the success of his brand
business leadership
Is it advisable for a 50+ year-old to lead a Millennial and Gen Z workforce through the digital transformation?
Yes, there is evidence to support this – regardless of one’s age, a growth attitude is essential for digital transformation