Millennials top 2016 savings table

18 to 34 year-olds saved more in 2016 than any other generation, according to new research from Charter Savings Bank.

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Rozi Jones
28th December 2016
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"Few have been hindered by the low interest rate environment or the economic uncertainty brought about by the UK’s decision to leave the EU."

On average, millennials saved a total of £3,701 in 2016 – over £450 more than their baby boomer and Generation X counterparts, who saved £3,226 and £3,238 respectively.

Despite falling interest rates in 2016, over three quarters (78%) of millennials were able to save some money in 2016, with nearly two in five (37%) making regular monthly saving deposits during the year. Some 69% of Generation X were able to save in 2016, and seven in ten (70%) baby boomers managed to add to their nest egg.

When looking at the reasons why millennials have been so successful in their 2016 saving, 14% believe that being committed to putting away a regular amount every month has helped their savings and an additional 13% say a pay rise has helped them to put more money away.

Just 4% say that low interest rates have hindered them and, despite stark warnings about the effect Brexit will have on the savings environment, just 6% believe this has prevented them saving.

Paul Whitlock, Director of Savings at Charter Savings Bank, said: “Millennials have come up trumps when it comes to saving money in 2016, beating the older generations to the title of top savings generation. However, what is most encouraging is that the level of people putting money away is so high across the board, and few have been hindered by the low interest rate environment or the economic uncertainty brought about by the UK’s decision to leave the EU.

“Our attention now firmly turns to 2017, and a year in which savers could enjoy some well-deserved relief as the Bank of England keeps a close eye on interest rates. For now, people across the UK should use the New Year to put at least one savings resolution in place and start 2017 with their best foot forward.”

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