2026 Planning and Progress Study on Financial Security

The document is a research report titled '2026 Planning & Progress Study,' which investigates the attitudes and behaviors of U.S. adults regarding financial security and decision-making. Conducted by The Harris Poll, the study includes responses from 4,375 U.S. adults and highlights a notable increase in the percentage of Americans feeling financially secure, rising from 44% to 50% over the past year. The report details generational differences in perceptions of financial security, with Millennials and Gen X showing the most significant gains. It also documents the rise in the number of Americans identifying as disciplined financial planners, now at 53%. Additionally, the report examines trends in high-risk investments, revealing that a significant portion of younger adults are considering such assets due to feelings of being financially behind. The study concludes with insights on homeownership perceptions and economic expectations, indicating a growing concern about inflation and economic performance in 2026.