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C3a Cultural Values and Financial Health: A Cross-Country Analysis
Short Description
This research examines how cultural values predict financial health, focusing on two dimensions: financial security (the ability to manage financial shocks) and financial control (confidence in day-to-day financial management). Using data from Gallup's 2018 Financial Health Survey and the Global Preferences Survey across ten countries, the study explores cultural factors, such as patience, risk-taking, reciprocity, altruism, and trust, alongside demographic factors like age, education, income, and employment. A multilevel regression model enables an analysis of how these elements contribute to financial health outcomes. Results show that patience plays a crucial role in financial security and control, as individuals with greater patience tend to engage in stable, long-term financial planning. Conversely, a propensity for risk-taking is associated with less financial security, potentially due to impulsive financial choices that may hinder long-term security. Positive reciprocity supports financial control, whereas altruism, by focusing on others' needs, slightly diminishes personal financial security and control. The results highlight the need for financial education programs that encourage long-term planning and risk awareness, as well as policies that integrate cultural values and demographic insights. These tailored interventions can improve financial health across diverse populations, equipping individuals to face financial challenges effectively.
Type of presentation
Accepted Oral Presentation