Brokerages Target Teens as Early Investing Trend Accelerates

6 articles · Updated · Fox Business · Apr 18

Major brokerage firms are introducing investment accounts for teenagers to capture younger clients earlier than ever.
Platforms like Robinhood have spurred competition, prompting legacy firms such as Charles Schwab and Fidelity to target Gen Z investors.
Experts highlight the benefits of early investing but stress the need for financial education to avoid risky trading behaviors among young investors.

Could early investing access widen the wealth gap for teens without financially savvy parents?

How will new government-seeded 'Trump Accounts' compete with private brokerage offerings for teens?

Is the teen investing boom more about financial literacy or securing future corporate profits?

What is the line between empowering young investors and enabling teen gambling?

How can regulators effectively police 'finfluencers' who give risky financial advice to young investors?

With AI automating advice, what essential human skills will financial advisors need for Gen Z?