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Gender Differences in Financial Literacy: A Study of Trincomalee Campus, Eastern University, Sri Lanka

Shathurshana Rathakrishnan, Vianny Jeniston Delima, S. A. D. L. I. Jayasinghe

Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting · pp. 476–495 · Published 10 Apr 2024

10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i51324

Abstract

To make wise financial decisions and get ready for future financial obligations, people need to be financially literate. This study examines the disparities in financial literacy across genders among the Eastern University of Sri Lanka students at the Trincomalee Campus. The study intends to identify possible gaps and increase understanding of variables impacting financial knowledge in this educational context by comparing the financial literacy skills of male and female students. The study looks at several financial literacy-related topics, such as insurance, investments, savings, individual finances, and financial literacy in general. Results show that there are gender differences in financial literacy, with male students usually having mean scores that are somewhat higher than those of female students in all areas. Nonetheless, significant variation exists within each gender category, suggesting variations in personal literacy skills. Overall, the study emphasizes how critical it is to implement focused interventions to raise financial literacy and guarantee that everyone has fair access to financial education, enabling them to make better financial decisions and maintain better financial health.

Sri Lanka gender disparities financial literacy & financial health

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