69% of UK adults view investing as risky, St. James's Place report finds

PUBT · 2d ago
69% of UK adults view investing as risky, St. James's Place report finds
  • St. James's Place's November 11 Real Life Advice 2026 report found 36% of adults spent at least a year considering financial decisions.
  • Among respondents, 82% did not actively seek new financial information, highlighting reluctance to reassess financial choices.
  • Investing was considered risky by 69%; 42% believed substantial funds were needed before investing became worthwhile.
  • Longer-term financial action followed reassessment for 72% receiving ongoing financial advice, compared with 48% without advice.
  • Delaying decisions caused stress for 17% of respondents; 10% missed opportunities to save or make money.


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