Key reason why teenagers think their parents avoid talking to them about money

Seven in 10 teenagers said they want to feel better prepared for their financial future, according to M&G (Alamy/PA) -

Seven in 10 (70%) parents avoid talking to teenagers about money, with some not wanting to worry their children, a survey indicates.

More than a quarter (28%) said they avoid money conversations because they do not want to worry their children, while 22% believe teenagers already have enough to focus on, according to the research commissioned by savings and investment firm M&G.