Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc.
08/06/2026 | Press release | Archived content
Most Americans Didn't Learn Financial Basics in School. How States and Financial Advisors Are Changing That.
A recent Allianz Research study found that Americans lag behind peers in other developed countries on financial literacy, with one-third demonstrating low financial literacy and only 13% scoring in the highest category. Highlighting the need for greater financial education, CFP Board CEO K. Dane Snowden encouraged CFP® professionals to support schools through pro bono efforts and called for every state to implement financial literacy programs for high school students.
Barron's AdvisorCheryl Winokur Munk August 6, 2026
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