High Costs of Financial Advice Hinder Women's Investment Confidence

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The findings underscore another concern: women remain more wary of investment fees, with 61 per cent expressing concern compared to 55 per cent of men. According to Lauren Jackson from Fidelity International, these financial apprehensions are compounded by broader economic pressures, as a significant number of women are already reducing non-essential expenditures to cope with the rising cost of living.

The research indicates that even though women are less proactive in seeking advice, they recognize the importance of financial management. However, despite this awareness, women exhibit lower confidence in achieving long-term financial goals and managing day-to-day finances compared to their male counterparts. Only 13 per cent of women feel confident about meeting financial objectives, versus 22 per cent of men.

Diving deeper, the study notes a confidence gap in evaluating investment opportunities. Just 48 per cent of women feel assured in assessing investments, while 72 per cent of men display such confidence. Additionally, the disparity extends to investment actions, as 24 per cent of women have never invested compared to 10 per cent of men. Women are also less inclined to invest in shares, bonds, or pursue diversification.

Significantly, women prioritize seeking trustworthy financial advice, with 43 per cent expressing concerns over finding reliable consultants. Moreover, they desire advisors who can communicate at an understandable level, with 25 per cent highlighting this need in comparison to 19 per cent of men.

Interestingly, women diverge in their sources of financial guidance. They are more likely to turn to financial news sites (34 per cent) and personal acquaintances (33 per cent) for advice, rather than social media "finfluencers." In contrast, men show a higher inclination towards investment apps.

Promisingly, younger generations, particularly Gen Z, exhibit a growing interest in financial guidance. Half find the prospect of financial advice appealing, suggesting a potential cultural shift that could encourage more women to seek advice, thus bolstering their investment confidence.

Published:Monday, 10th Mar 2025
Source: Paige Estritori

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