Young Australians without inheritance focus on building wealth themselves
Young Australians without inheritance are investing more to build wealth. They face barriers to getting started.
Young Australians without family wealth are taking control of their financial futures through investing. Commonwealth Bank research found different goals among new investors.
48% want long-term wealth creation. 42% want financial independence.
Many face real barriers. 42% fear losing money.
29% think investing is too hard. 24% believe they need large amounts to start.
High fees stop 30% of people. CBA's Everyday Investing platform has grown fast since its June 2025 launch.
It has 1.2 million users with an average age of 33. Over half are under 35.
This shows younger Australians are using digital tools to build wealth.
- 1.2 million
- Platform users
- 33
- Average investor age
- 65%
- Users under 35
- June 2025
- Launch date
Why it mattersYoung Australians are actively investing despite economic pressure. This shapes long-term financial inequality.
AustraliaAustralian young adults are increasingly using digital platforms to invest, shifting how they build wealth when family inheritance is unavailable.
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